HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-05-20 Support Documentation Town Council Evening Session
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EVENING MEETING
YIJESDAV, flAAY 20, '0997
7:30 P.M. IN TO!/ COUNC@L CHAflflBERS
AGENDA .
NOTE: TBmes o$ 6teons are approxianate, subject 4o change, and cannot be reliec@ upora to
c9etermine at what time Coaancil wil9 consider an atem.
1 . CITIZEfV PARTICIPATIOIV. (5 mins.)
2. COiVSEfVT AGENDA:
A. Approve the Minutes from the meetings of April 1 and 15, 1997.
(5 mins.)
3. Ordinance fVo. 11, Series of 1997, first reading of an Ordinance
Tom Moorhead Authorizing the Conveyance of Fee Title to Condominium Unit B-3, Vail
Andy Knudtsen Commons, Town of Vail, Colorado To Mountain Valley Developmental
Services. (15 mins.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve/deny/modify Ordinance
_No. 11, Series of 1997 on first reading.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The Town of Vail has been asked by the
developer, Warner Development, Inc. and the ultimate purchaser,
Mountain Valley Developmental Services, to serve as an intermediary to
convey title to Condominium Unit B-3, Vail Commons. The residents will
be persons with developmental disabilities, will work at businesses within
_ Eagle County and ptirsuant to State and Federal law qualify as
- "owner/occupants." Pursuant to the funding agreements of Niountain
Valley Developmental Services the number of residents will be limited to
no more than three residents at any time. This transfer will take place in
a three party closing where title will be vested in the Town of Vail and
them immediately conveyed to the Mountain Valley Developmental
Services.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Ordinance No. 11, Series of 1997
on first reading.
4• Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1997, second reading of An ordinance
Dominic Nlauriello amending Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1995; An ordinance amending
Special Development District No. 5 to remove language requiring
recreational amenities to be tennis facilities and setting forth details in
regard thereto.
This is a request for a major amendment to SDD #5 (Vail Run and Simba
Run) to allow the tennis courts at Vail Run to be converted to other
recreational uses, located at 1000 Lions Ridge Loop. Applicant: Vail Run
Condominium Association, represented by Larry Eskwith (20 mins.)
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL: Approve/Deny/Mociiffy
Ordinance 10, Series of 1997, on second reading.
BACKGROUND RATIONALE: The applicant is requesting to remove the
language requiring that the recreational amenities be tennis facilities so
that other recreational uses can be substituted for the tennis courts.
Specifically, the applicant is requesting that the two covered tennis courts
be converted to other recreational uses as permitted in the Accessory
Uses section of this ordinance. Section 6(D) 1 of the ordinance (page 5),
provides for accessory uses:
1. Indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, including, but not limited
to, swimming pools, tennis courts, handball, and squash courts
and similar recreational facilities.
Town Council approved the ordinance on first reading with certain
amendments and directed staff to clean-up language throughout the
ordinance referring to three tennis courts. Below is a list of changes:
- Page 2 removed language referring to swimming pool and three tennis courts, replaced with "recreational amenities;" Page 4 clarification that Development Area B includes Savoy
Villas;
Page 5 modification to accessory uses. Adds a statement
requiring similar uses to be reviewed and evaluated by
staff as a minor amendment (staff approval);
Page 6 clarification regarding reference to Ordinance 7, Series of
1995;
Page 9 (D)(1) amended language per council motion on first
reading, removes reference to seasonality of covering,
requires staff review of changes to recreational uses not
specifically listed in the ordinance as accessory uses
(page 5).. The revised language reflects number of tennis
courts currently on-site;
(D)(4) clarification of swimming pool requirements for
SDD #5.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development
Department recommends approval of Ordinance No. 10, Series of 1997,
- on second reading.
5. Town Manager Report. (10 mins.)
6. Adjournment - 8:25 p.m.
NOTE UPCOMING 9NEETING START TIMES BELOW:
(ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
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THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL WORK SESSION
WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 5/27/97, BEGINNING AT 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
THE FOLLOWING VAIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR WORK SESSION
WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 6/3/97, BEGINNING AT 2:00 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
THE NEXT VAIL TOWN COVNCIL REGULAR EVENING MEETING
WILL BE ON TUESDAY, 6/3/97, BEGINNING AT 7:30 P.M. IN TOV COUNCIL CHAIVIBERS.
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A Word Aboaut lEcoaaorcaics' and the Arts......
• ~ The Arts are good for business. There has been a proven relationship of the arts to ,
retaining residential and commercial property values. The ar,ts increase the community's ability to attract and keep tourism and economic development. They enhance the quality ofi]ife as well as
, the experience for resort visitors and residents.
~ In Philadelphia the three month exhibifion of Paul Cezanne's work at the art museum injected an
' estimated $86.5 million in to the cities economy. Each of the out of town visitor spend on ,
average $402
P.O. Box 1153 ThC arts have an economic value in Colorado: Vail, Colorado a The arts in Metro Denver out, perform the Nuggets, Broncos and Rockies in •
e1658-1153 combined home game attendance.* Aspen/Snowmass arts organizations and their audiences contribute more than $59 million
annually to the Pitkin .County Economy. 970.827.5299 .
970.827.5393 fax The Vail Valley Arts Council's Programs have an economic impact -
Arts Festivals •
~ Vacarion travelers rank attending arts festivals in the top leisure activities.***
Honorary Board Members ~ 41% of the survey respondents said they had visited an art fair or festival with in 12 months.
Morgan Douglas , . ~ Vail Arts Festival 14 and the Beaver Creek Arts Festival 10 attract over 38,000 visitors
Arne Hansen ' Harris List of the Nation's Best 100 Arts and Crafts Shows . '
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Over.'$6000 sales tax revenue to the Town of Vail annually, direct from
mrs. cortiandt Hiu artists sales- Rosie Wilt
VISION photographic workshop -
Fitzhugh Scott ° Sponsors are international corporations, Nikon, Eastman Kodak ' .
° 1996 workshops brought 55 participants from 21 states-1997 150 participants+ 2 locals sessions
Participant in 5_day program will spend over $6;000 food, lodainQ, processing, equipment ,
Atlvisory Board Members , 1998 adding Art Wolfe and an At-Risk Youth program with Meet the Wilderness Bill Charney Lecture Series
° Evenings with noted Museum Directors like the GetYy's Walsh, artists li'ke Jim Dine and
Frances Chavez Franqoise ~ .
Carol Dickinson Gilotand experts from Sotheby's International Auction House
~ Contemparary Art Auction March 13, 1998 Suzanne Farver ,
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May Gallery, Vilar Center for the Arts Hu9n Hildesley The Vail Valley Collects - from collections of Vail Valley residents, many rankeci in the top 200 .
Wil Hokin in the world***** '
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-WAC provides. free events for over 40,000 visitors and residents annually ,
Lyn Segai Admission is charged for only the VISION workshops and ttu•ee lectures annually
"Source Colorudo Business Committce tor the Arts economic impact study '
, Souree Economic Impuct Smdy hy Aspen Snowmass Arts Councils/the Universiry ef Coloradn Business Research Division
AmericnnLIVES, Ine., supplied to the Vail Valley Acts Council by the Macketing Department oI Vail Resorts • *""survey in [he May/June 1994 issue of The American Enterprise. Artnews, Summer 1996 '
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' Mission Statement:
' The Vail Valley Arts Courtcil is a nonprofit orgartization dedicated to proviclilig . .
~ opporturiities for tlie entire com~iilsrtiity to experierice the visitnl m-ts. ~ ~ . Brief History
1972 Founded as Eagle Valley Arts Council to support art education in the schools, provide
opportunities for local artists and exhibition programming
1983 Vail Arts Festival founded by Rosie Wilt
, Claes Oldenberg addresses Vail Town Council on proposed sculpture project .
~ 1985 Dedication of "History of Gore Valley", the ceramic children's mural, in the Vail
, P.O. Box 1153 • Transportation Center with Rosie Wilt, Randy Milhoan,and Tiie Summer Vail Worhshop
vail, colorado 1986 Valley-wide artists survey
1987 Beaver Creek Arts Festival begins . • . ,
81658-1153 1989 Name changes to Vail Valley Arts Council, Pam Story hired as Executive DirecCor - 1990 Scholarship program established , -
, 1991 Host Colorado Consortium of Arts Council's State Convention
970.$275199 1992 Executive Director resigns; VVAG operated with two Acting Directors
Accounting computerized ,
970.827.5393 tax • 1993 - Hire New Executive Director,lVlarilyn McCray
Revise accounting procedures and begin Annual Reviewed Financial Statements
. • Reestablish relationship with Colorado Council on the Arts ~ . Honorary Board Members ~ Begin exhibition program with Bravo! Musicians photoQraphs
1994. Board retreatnarrows mission from all arts to visual arts and identifies need for Uallery
' Morgan oou9las Create outline for long'term planning process
• Increase scholarship program Arne Hansen 1996 Staff increases to three; Office moves to Minturn
Mrs. cortiandc Hill Received Colorado Council on the ArEs Grant to begin strategic planning process
Rosie Wilt 1993 - 1996 .Accomplishments ' . Fitzhugh Scott Income from membership doubles every year
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Establish cooperative relationships with other cultural. organizations,
^ Summer events bring 38,000 visitors producin~ over $12,000 in local sales tax
. and assesment revenue as well as $12,000 in state sales tax annually '
Advisory Boartl Members o Secured national sponsors for VISION, arts festivals and VVAC programs ° Active role in the creation of the Vilar Center for the Arts at Beaver Creeh
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siu chamey Founded Beaver Creek Arts L'ecture Series
Frances Chavez Speakers include John Walsh, Director of J Getty iVluseum, Artist Jim Dine and others
Vail and Beaver Creek Arts Festivals named.in Harris List of nations best ] 00 '
Carol Dickinson ' Beaver Creek ranked 72 Best Fine Art, 93 Best Fine Gafts, in Sunshine Artist Mavazine
• Establish 50 member county wide art education committee Suzanne Farver Statewide and national marketing; media plan developed
Hugh Hildesley Appointed regional coordinating agency, Smithsonian Institution's Save Outdoor
' Sculpture national survey - Wil Hokin • - ' . Lyn Segal
Challenges for the Future Respond to explosive growth in the County with innovative programs forentire community •
Create, fund and present meaningful exhibition program in May Callery, Vilar Center for the Arts '
at Beaver Creek , .
F1 JlCT SHEET
IvYAI' GALLEItY
VILAR CENTER FOR THE ARTS
at Beaver Creek
I,OCATION
In the Vilar Center for the Arts, Beaver Creek Village Plaza, adjacent to the Hyatt Reaencv
Beaver Creek. Poste Montane and Park Plaza. Vehicular entrance from Avondale Lane
With pedestrian access from plaza level.
SPECIFICATI0NS
Gallery ,
2,250 Square foot Single jallery
End cut hard wood Floor
Climate
24 hour climate control (temperature and relative humidity)
Temperature within the range of 69 -74F (20.5-23 C)
+ or - 3 deviation from temperature specification
Relative humidity within the range of 37 -50 %
+ or - 5% deviation from relative humidity specification
Climate monitored with a recording hyarothermoaraph
I.ighting
Adjustable incandescent track li'ght system
Ultra violet fluorescent adjustable, ambient system recessed in ceiling beams
No daylight
Adjustable below fifteen footcandles or as specified by lender
Security
Full time trained security personnel on premises, additional security as needed
Motion detectors, alarmed entrances
Programming
Vail Valley Arts Council in conjunction with the Beaver Creek Ai-ts
Foundation
Temporary eYhibitions, non collecting facility
Storage
Climate and pest controlled, secure exhibition storage on premises
Consulting Organizations
Denver Art Museum
Exhibition and Collections Manauement Departments
Rocky Mountain Conservation Center, University of Denver
Member: American Association of Museums
Standard Facilities Report in process available summer 1997
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PLAillNlNG AND ENVIROPVMENTAL COhAwAISSlON
Monday, May 19, 1997
FINAL AGENDA
Pro~j.ect Orientation /NQ LUNCH - Community Devel opment Department 12:45 pm
MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
Greg Moffet Diane Golden
Greg Amsden
Galen Aasland
Gene Uselton
John Schofield
Ann Bishop
Site Visits : 1:15 pm
1. Austria Haus - 242 East Meadow Drive
2. Vail Recreation District - 520 Lionshead Mall
Driver: George
NOTE: If the PEC hearing extends until 6:00 p.m., the board will break for dinner from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Public Hearinca -'Town Council Chambers 2:00 p.m.
1. A request for a conditional use permit to allow for the summer use (Camp Vail) of the
existing tent located at the Lionshead Ski School practice area, located at 520 Lionshead
Mall/ Tract D, Vail Lionshead 1 st filing.
Applicant: Vail Recreation District / Vail Associates, Inc.
Planner: Lauren Waterton
MOTION: Ann Bishop SECOND: John Schofield VOTE: 6-0
APPROVED Vl19T9-9 4 COND9TOIVS:
1. That this approval is valid only for the summer of 1997. The temporary tent must
be removed when the conditional use permit (for the winter use) expires in April,
1998.
2. That skirting must be added to the bottom of the tent (the entire perimeter) to
prevent children from accessing the area underneath the tent.
3. That the applicant submit a building permit application to the Community
Development Department for the temporary tent. The application must be
approved and the tent inspected for all safety issues prior to any further use
or occupation.
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4. That no signs be placed on the property, or on the tent, until they have been
reviewed and approved by the Town.
2. A request to establish a Special Development District #35, the Austria Haus, located at
242 East Meadow Drive/Part of Tract C, Vail Village 1 st Filing.
Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc. represented by Gordon Pierce
Planner: George Ruther
WORKSESSION - NO VOTE
3. A request to review and recommend to the Town Council the public view corridor
methodology and criteria for the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan Area.
Applicant: Town of Vail and consultant team
Staff: Dominic Mauriello ,
MOTION: Ann Bishop SECOND: Greg Amsden VOTE: 6-0
APPROVED
4. A request for a conditional use permit to allow for a temporary structure to be erected for
the purpose of selling seasonal plant products, located at 2154 S. Frontage
Road/(Conoco), generaily located at:
THAT PORTION OF THE SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 81 WEST
OF THE 6TH P.M., EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO, WHICH BEGINS AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH-
EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY N0. 70, WHICH POINT OF BEGINNING
LIES S86°14'22"W A DISTANCE OF 1200.64 FEET AND N48"00'57"E A DISTANCE OF 380.04 FEET OF
THE SE CORNER OF SAID SECTION 11, THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY N44"01'05"E A
DISTANCE OF 190.0 FT., THENCE S45"58'55"E A DISTANCE OF 229.50 FEET, THENCE N85°36'13"W A
DISTANCE OF 297.94 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TRACT CONTAINiNG 0.500 AC.
Applicant: Jane Mack
Planner: Tammie Williamson
TABLED UNTIL JUNE 9, 1997
5. A request for a worksession to discuss a conditional use permit, to allow for the
construction of the Alpine Garden Education Center, located at 620 Vail Valley
Drive/Tract A, Vail Village 7th Filing.
Applicant: Vail Alpine Garden Foundation
Planner: George Ruther
TABLED LDNTIL JUNE 9,1997
6. A request for an interior remodel, utilizing the 250 Ordinance, located at 120 Willow
Bridge Road, Unit 5-K/Lot K, Block 5E, Vail Village 1 st Filing.
Applicant: Stanley and Cecelia Schocket, represented by Kyle Webb
Planner: Dirk Mason
STAFF APPROVED
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7. A request for a worksession to discuss amending the Town of Vail Zoning Code to
create a new zone district (PA-1).
Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc. represented by Gordon Pierce
Planner: George Ruther
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8. A request for a worksession to discuss amending the official Town of Vail Zoning Map to
rezone the Austria Haus property, located at 242 East Meadow Drive/Part of Tract C, Vail
Village 1 st Filing, to PA-1.
Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc. represented by Gordon Pierce
Planner: George Ruther
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g. Information Update
10. Approval of IVlay 12, 1997 minutes.
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during
, regular office hours in the project planner's office located at the Town of Vail Community
Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road.
Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2114 voice or 479-2356
TDD for information.
Community Development Department
Published May 16, 1997 in the Vail Trail.
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FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: May 19, 1997
SUBJECT: A request for a worksession to discuss the establishment of Special Development
District #35, Austria Haus, to allow for thc redevelopment of the Austria Haus,
located at 242 East Meadow Drive/on a part of Tract C, Block 5-D, Vail Village
First Filing.
Applicant: Sonncnalp Properties, Inc., represented by Gordon Pierce
Planner: George Ruther
1. BACKGROUND
On March 25, 1997, thc Vail Town Council held an afternoon worksession and evening public
hearing to discuss the first reading of Ordinancc #4, Series of 1997, an ordinance providing for
thc cstablishmcnt of Spccial Dcvclopmcnt District #35, Austria Haus; adopting a devclopmcnt
plan for Spccial Dcvclopmcnt District #35; and sctting forth dctails in regard thcrcto. Upon
rcvicw of Ordinance #4, thc Town Council approvcd the ordinance on first rcading with seven
conditions. Onc of thc conditions rcquired that the applicant rcappear before the Planning and
Environmental Commission with an amcndcd proposal for thc Commission's rcvicw and
rccommendation.
On April 14, 1997, the Planning and Environmental Commission held a public hearing to consider
an amendcd proposal for the establishment of Special Dcvelopment District (SDD) #35, Austria
Haus. The amended proposal was in response to changes requested by the Vail Town Council at
the first reading of a proposcd ordinancc establishing SDD #35. Upon revicw of the amcnded
proposal, the Planning and Environmental Commission voted 6-1 to recommend approval of the
amended proposal for the establishment of SDD #35 to the Vail Town Council.
On April 15, 1997, the applicant appeared before the Vail Town Council for the second reading of
Ordinance # 4, Series of 1997. Upon consideration of the Planning and Environmental
Commission's recommendation of approval and review of the amended proposal, the Town
Council voted (4-3) to deny the ordinance stating that the applicant bad not met the intention of
the conditions of approval placed on the project at first reading.
On April 23, 1997, the Town Staff inet with the Town Council to discuss the future of the Austria
Haus redevelopment and for the Council to provide specific direction to the Austria Haus
developers. The following direction was given by the Council:
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Town ouncil Direction
1. Reduce the proposed GIZFA within thc Austria Haus by 5,000 square fcet.
2. The maximum building height for the Austria Haus shall NOT exceed 48'.
3. Rcmove the pcnthouse level to reduce the number of building stories from five to
four.
4. No less than ] 0,100 square feet of accommociation unit square footage shall be
constructed in thc Austria Haus. The 10,100 square feet shall be apportioned into
whichever number of units the developers fcel are appropriate to successfully
operate a hotcl.
5. Two 20' foot setbacks on the property shall be maintained. Preference should be
given to the west and south setbacks.
6. The proposed 4,649 square fcet of commercial spaces shall be maintained as it
provides the nccessary commercial link between the Village and Crossroads.
7. All parking shall be on-sitc and a land tradc is an acceptable means of
accommodating the necessary area of the parking structure.
8. A community room shall be provided within the Austria Haus for meetings,
breakfasts and the like.
9. The loading and dclivery plan shall bc redesigned to reduce the ncgative impacts
on the streetscape (pedestrians, guest vehiclcs, etc.)
10. The staff will make bricf prescntations to thc Council during the normal PEC
rcports. Thcsc prescntations will include full sizc plans and copics of all
memoranda.
11. The proposed deadlines of June 22 and July 22 are cxtremely aggressive. The
devclopers should rethink the deadlines and request extensions as neccssary.
12. The staff will make a presentation to the Town Council and PEC on May 6th
regarding the pros and cons of both SDDs and the East Village Homeowner's
advocated PA-1 zone district. On May 6th, the Council will decide which
application they will review. .
13. The Town Council did not fcel it was appropriate to express their preference on
the architectural design. Instead, they felt the design of the building should be left
to the architect.
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On May C, 1997, at thc requcst of the Town Council, thc Town Staff made a presentation to thc
Council regarding the Special Devclopment District and rezoning processes. The purpose of the
prescntation was to inform thc Council of the pros and cons of using an SDD vs rezoning in the
rcdevelopment of the Austria Haus. Upon listening to staff ti prescntation, t}lc Council
unanimously (6-0) directed the Austria Haus developers to procced with a Spccial Dcvelopment
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The applicant, Sonnenalp Properties, Inc., represcnted by Gordon Pierce, is requesting a
workscssion with the Planning and Environmental Commission to discuss the establishment of
Special Development District #35, located at 242 East Meadow Drive/on a part of Tract C, Block
5-D, Vail Village First Filing. The applicant is proposing to establish a new Special
Developraeent Distrect oveo•lay to the underly6ng zone distrect of Public Accommoc9ateon, to
ffacilitate the redeve?opment of the existing Austria Haus.
The applicant is proposing significant improvcmcnts to the cxisting Austria Haus propcrty. The
Austria Haus is intendcd to becomc a member-owned resort club/lodge, comprising a mix of hotcl
accommociation units and two and three-bedroom club units with associated club
amcnitics/facilitics. The Austria Haus proposal is intended to provide additional hotel and
"hotel-type" accoenmodation units ira the'p'own of Vail. The applicant is proposang to
uncorporade 18 anember-owned club units (11 threc-bedroom & 7 two-bedroom), with 25
hoteV rooans and one on-site ananager's residence (Type 901 Employee Housing iJrait). The
applicant as pwoposing 5,582 square feet ot ne-tv commercia9/a-etail space on the maire leve? of
the Auste-ia Haus. The Austrea Hiaus proposal includes a front desk receptiore/e-egistration
area opea-atang 24 houa-s a c9ay and seven days a weck, a 9ounge, an exercise roorn, meeting
u-oom faciloties, a fooc9 sea-vuce pantry, member ski storage, an outdoor pool arad other
accessooy fac8litaes cornrreonly associated with hotels and Aodges.
Stunmary of Changcs
The following summarizes thc changcs:
1. The number of club units was reduced from 22 to 18, the number of hotel rooms was
reduced from 28 to 25, and all lock-off units have becn climinated.
2. 7,405 square fcet of gross building area has been removed (5,189 sq. ft. of GRFA/2,216
sq. ft. of other building area).
3. The building height has been reduced to 48 feet maximum.
4. A meeting room, food scrvice pantry and an outdoor pool have been added.
5. The parking requirement continues to be met on-site.
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6. The brick pavcr pedestrian walkway has been replaced with an asphalt walkway.
7, 933 square feet of commercial square footage has been added.
g. At least 10,100 square feet of accommodation unit square footagc has been maintained.
The applicant has identified what they believe to be the public bencfits which will bc rcalized as a
result of the Austria Haus redevelopment and Special Development District #35.
Public Benefits
1. An increase in the annual occupancy of the Austria Haus.
2, The addition of approximately 5,600 square fect of retail space (sales tax generating).
3. The partial implcmentation of the rccommended Streetscape Master Plan improvements to
East Meadow Drive.
4. The completion of the commercial loop in the Village, via the construction of a well-lit,
hcatcd pedcstrian walkway.
5. The removal of 25 surface parking spaccs and the construction of an underground parking
structure designed to accommodate 63 vehicles.
6. Landscape improvcmcnts to Slifcr Square, East Meadow Drivc and thc Gore Creck
streambank.
III. ZONING ANALYSIS
The dcvelopment standards for a Special Devclopment District shall be proposed by the applicant.
Dcvelopment standards including lot area, site dimensions, setbacks, hcight, density control, site
coveragc, landscaping and parking and loading shall be determined by the Town Council as part
of the approved development plan, with consideration of the recommendations of the Planning
and Environmental Commission and staff. Before the Town Council approves development
standards that deviate from the underlying zone district, it shall be determined that such deviations
provide benefits to the Town that outweigh the adverse effects of such deviations. This
dctcrmination is to be made based upon the evaluation of the proposed Special Development
District's compliance with the review criteria outlined in the following section.
The Com.munity Development Department staff has prepared a Zoning Analysis for the proposed
Austria Haus redevelopment based on the revised plans. The Zoning Analysis compares the
development standards outlined by the underlying zone district of Public Accommodation, the
April 14, 1997, proposal and the May 19, 1997, proposal.
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Lot sizc: 24,089 sq. ft. /0.553 acres
Buildablc arca: 24,089 sq. ft. /0.553 acres
Devclopment Underlying Zoning April 14, 1997 May 19, 1997
Standard of Public Accommodation SI)D proposal SDD proposal
GRF/\: 80% or 19,271 sq. ft. 168'% or 40,429 sq. ft. 146% or 35,240 sq. ft.
Dwelling units: 13.8 DU's 36.5 DU's (22 DU's, 31 DU's (l8 DU's, 25 AU's
28 AU's, 1 Typc II[ EA IU) 1 Typc ITI rlllJ)
Sitc cova•age: 55'YO or 13,249 sq. ft. 8 I'% or 19,634 sy. fl. 73% or 17,525 sy. ft.
Sctbacks:
front: 20' 0' 2
sides: 20' S' / 20' 4722'
rcar: 20' 7' 19' (1-1/2' @ thc pool dcck)
I Icight: 48' sloping 56.5' 48' max.
45' Ilat 52' 45' max.
" 60' towcr n/a n/a
Parking: pcr T.O.V. codc Scclion 18.52 65 spaccs rcquircd 61 spaccs rcquircd
66 spaces proposed 63 spaces proposed
in thc garage in thc garagc
Lanciscaping: 30% or 7,227 sq. ft. 18.2 % or 4,542 sq. ft. 19% or 4,619 sq. ft.
Loading: pcr T.O.V. codc Scction 18.52 1 bcrlh at cirop-off arca 1 bctth at drop-off ai-ca
Commcrcial
sq. footagc: ] 0"/0 or 1,927 sq. ft. 11 % or 4,469 sq. Ct. 16% or 5,582 sq. ft.
Common arca: 35% of allowablc GRFA 35% or 14,004 sq. ft. 361/0 or 12,810 sq. ft.
Gross sq. fc: n/a 74,302 sq. fi. 66,897 sq. ft.
(includes garage) (includes garage)
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AUSTI2IA HAUS
SQUARE FOOTAGE ANALYSIS
(5/19/97)
Floar Common Area - Commercial Area - Accommodation Dwelling Units - Parking Area - Total - Square
Levels Square Footage Square Footage Units - Square Square Footage Square Footage Footage
Footage
Parking 2,755 sq. ft. 13,265 sq. ft. 16,020 sq. ft.
Level
lst Floor 4,566 sq. ft. 5,582 sq. ft. 3,046 sq. ft. 13,194 sq. ft.
2nd Floor 1,556 sq. ft. 3,560 sq. ft. 8,112 sq. ft. 13,228 sq. ft.
3rd Floor 1,653 sq. ft. 4,132 sq. ft. 7,775 sq. ft. 13,560 sq. ft.
4th Floor 2,280 sq. ft. 2,560 sq. ft. 6,055 sq. ft. 10,895 sq. ft.
TOTAL 12, 810 sq. ft. 5,582 sq. ft. 10,252 sq. ft. 24,988 sq. ft. 13,265 sq. ft. 66 897 s, ft.
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IlV. 'Il'HE SPECIAfl., ~EVELO6'1Vi[ENT DIS'TR?C7' ESTABLIS?-IIVIEN7' PitOCESS
Chaptcr 18.40 of the Town of Vail Municipal Code provides for the establisllmcnt of Spccial
Dcvelopment Districts in the Town of Vail. According to Section 18.40.010, the purpose of a
Special Devclopmcnt District is,
"To encourage flexibility and creativity in the development of land, in orcler to
proenote its rreost appropriate use; 6o improve the design character and quality of
the new deve9opmemt w6thin the Town; to facilitate the adequate and econornflcal
provfision of streets and utilities; to preserve the natural and scenic features of open
space areas; and to ffurther the overall goals of the community as stated in the Vail
Comprehensave 1PEan. An appt•oved development plan for a Special Development
Dostruct, in con,jumction with the properties unc9erlying zone district, shall estalblish
the a-equirerr?ents gor guiding development and uses of property included in the
Special Deve9opment Distrect."
The Municipal Code providcs ninc dcsign criteria, which shall be used as the principal criteria in
evaluating the merits of the proposed Special Devclopmcnt District. It shall be the burden of the
applicant to demonstrate that submittal materiai and the proposed development plan comply with
each of the following standards, or demonstrate that one or more of them is not applicable, or that
. a practical solution consistent with the public interest has becn achieved. The staff has addressed
each of the nine SDD review criteria bclow:
A. Design compatebility and sensitevity to the immediate environment, neigYiborhaod
and adjacent properties relative to architectural design, scale, bulk, building heighQ,
buffer zones, identity, character, visual integrofy ancf orientation.
Staff bclicvcs the applicant has designcd a structure which rclates wcll to thc site and the
surrounding neighborhood. The mas5 of the Austria Haus is appropriate for the site and
takes into consideration the massing of the buildings on thc adjoining properties. The
building stcps down on the east and wcst ends to insure a smooth transition between
properties and does not crcatc an imposing "canyon" along propcrty lincs. Thc north side
of the Austria Haus was dcsigned with a pedcstrian scalc in mind. Thc retail shops on the
north side of the Austria Haus create a commercial connection along East Meadow Drivc,
between Slifer Square and the Village Center retail shops. The commercial connection
has been missing along this portion of East Meadow Drive and staffbelieves that the
Austria Haus will enhance the character of the Village.
The exterior building materials of the Austria Haus are a mixture of stone, stucco and
wood. The roof material is proposed to be a reddish, tile-type roof similar to the material
used on the Sonnenalp Bavaria Haus. The applicant has proposed to incorporate irrigated
flower boxes into the design of the structure. The use of divided light windows all around
the building creates a European-feel and reduces the appearance of too much glass. Staff
believes that the combination of building materials has been well incorporated into the
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dcsign oFthe Austria Haus. The applicant has proposed that the exterior stucco color be
an off-white to yellowish/cream color to blend in with the exteriors of the Mountain Haus
and the Villagc Centcr buildings.
The development standards for the underlying zone district indicatc that the maximum
hcight for buildings with sloping roofs shall be 48 feet. The applicant is requesting that
the maximum buiiding hcight for the Austria Haus be approximatcly 48 fcet. The
approximate 48-foot building hcight is based on existing (1997) topography of the Austria
Haus property, and not the original topography of the site (pre-1963). Original
topography of the site is not available, since the Austria Naus was constructed in Vail
prior to zoning (and prior to the req«irement that a topographic survey be submitted prior
to development). Staff believes, based upon the location of the existing retaining walls
and the condition of the strcambank, that the sitc was "cut" whcn the Austria Haus was
built. While it is difficult to know exactly how much of the site was "cut", staff would
conservatively estimate that approximatcly 2- 3 fect of soil was removcd. Given this
conservative considcration, staff would cstimate the actual building hcight proposed for
the Austria Haus would bc 50 - 51 fect. According to the Vai] Villagc Mastcr Plan
Conccptual Building Hcight Plan, the .Austria Haus should bc 3-4 stories in height, with a
building story being approximatcly nine fect, cxcluding the ?-oof. The plan further
indicates that one additional floor of residciltial/lodging may also be accommodated on the
Austria 1-laus sitc.
B. Uses, activity and density which provide a compatible, efficient and workable
relationship with surrounding uses and activity.
The Austria Haus is locatcd immediately adjacent to the Vail Village Commercial Core.
Thc Austria Haus is bound on the east by Slifcr Squai•c and the Mountain I-Iaus, on the
wcst by the Villagc Center residcntial/commcrcial buildings and on the south by Gore
Creek, the Covcred Bridge Building, Gasthof Gramshammcr and the Crecksidc Building.
Each of thcsc buildings arc a mixed-usc dcvclopment incorporating commercial/retail
space with cesidential and/or accommodation units.
Thc applicant is proposing a mixed-use development that is in compliance with the uses
allowed in the underlying zone distrirt. Thc underlying zoning of Public Accommodation
encouragcs the development of lodgcs (accommodation units) and accessory eating,
drinking and retail establishments at a density of twenty-five dwelling units per acre. The
appiicant is proposing to redevetop the Austria Haus at a density of 56 dwelling units per
acre, with 5,582 sq. ft of commerciaUretail space on the main level of the building.
Included in the density figure are eighteen member-owncd club units (fractional fee),
twcnty-five hotel rooms (accommodation units) and one on-site manager's residence
(Type III, Employee Housing Unit).
The applicant's proposal differs grcatly from the existing usc of the properiy. Currently,
the Austria Haus includes thirty-six accommodation units, and one dwelling unit, equaling
nineteen dwclling units, or 34 dwelli.ng units per acre, a restaurant and a limited amount of
commercial/retail space on the east end of the building. Parking at the Austria Haus is
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accommodated by a twenty-five space surface parking lot. Of the twenty-five spaces,
fiftcen arc considercd legal, non-conforming parking spaccs. The othcr ten spaces are off-
site and are not considered legal parking spaces for zoning purpose5. An informal
loading/delivery/trash area exists on the west end of the building.
]Ea~~Yovee ~dousing ~tequirernents
As indicated in a number of the goals and objectives of the Town's Master Plans,
providing affordable housing for employees is a critical issue which should be addressed
through the planning process for Special Development District proposals. In reviewing
the Austria Haus proposal for employee housing nceds, staff relied on the Town of Vail
Employee Housing Report.
Staff Recommended 1Range Calculations:
Thc staff believes that the Austria Haus redevelopment will create a necd for additional
employees. Of thc 40 additiona] employees, at least 12 employees (30%) will need to be
provided deed-restrictcd housing by the dcvelopcrs of the Austria Haus. The staff
recommended range is based on:
, 1. the type of retail and office usc proposcd in the cornmercial spaces within
thc Austria Haus;
2, thc sizc of thc Austria Haus lodging componcnt; and
3. thc high-lcvcl of services and amenitics proposed by thc dcvelopers for the
gucsts of thc Austria Haus.
a) Rctail/Scrvicc Commcrcial = 4,802 sq. ft. @(6.5/1000 sq. ft.)=31.2 employces
(middlc of rangc)
b) Officc: real estate = 780 sq. ft. @(7.5/1000 sq. ft.) = 5.9 employees
(middle of range)
c) Lodging* = 25 units @(1.25/room) =31.2 employees
(top of range)
d) Multi-Family (club units) = 18 units @(0.4/unit) = 7.2 employees
(range does not vary)
Total =75.5 employees
(-36 existing employees) =40 employees
(X 0.30 multiplier) =12 new emPlmYees
*Lodging has a particularly large'variation of employees per room, depending upon
factors such as size of facility and level of service/support services and amenities provided.
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Depending upon the size of the employee housing unit provided, it is possible to
havc up to two employecs pcr bedroom. For exampie, a two-bedroom unit in the
sizc range of 450 - 900 squarc fcct, is possiblc of accommodating thrcc to four
employces. Thesc figures are consistent with thc requirements for the Type Ili
employee housing units outlined in thc Municipal Codc.
Ovcrall, staff believes that the density and uscs proposed by the applicant for the Austria
Haus do not conflict with the compatibility, cfficicncy or workability of thc surrounding
uses and/or activities. In fact, staff feels that thc proposed Austria Haus redevclopment
will enhance the existing uses and activities in the Village.
C. Compliance witli parking and loading requirements as outlined in Chapter 18.52. of
the Town of Vail Municipal Code.
Parking and loading rcquircments for development are established in Chapter 18.52 of the
Municipal Code. The parking and loading requirements are based on the square footage
of the uses proposed within a building. Based on tlie square footage of the uses proposed
by the applicant, 75.73 parking spaces and onc loading/delivery berth are required on-site.
Thc Municipal Codc allows "grandfathcring" of thc cxisting lcgal non-conforming parking
spaces. Currently, fiftecn lcgal, non-conforming parking spaces exist on thc property.
Thereforc, the parking rcquircment for the proposcd Austria Haus redevelopment is
60.73 new parking spaces. The applicant is proposing an underground parking structure
dcsigned to accommodate 63 parking spaccs, an cmploycc loungc, mcchanical space, and
an encloscd trash facility.
The applicant is proposing one loading/dclivcry bcrth in thc front cntry drop-off area,
located on the north side of the building, adjacent to East Meadow Drive. Much of thc
drop-off area is within Town of Vail right-of-way. Staff recognizes that this area is
convenicntly located ncar the entrances to the front desk and the commercial/retail shops,
however, we fecl that thc usc of the drop-off area may be compromiscd by the loading and
delivery of goods. In staff's opinion, thc front cntry drop-off area should be used by the
guests of the Austria Haus. Staff believes that trying to accommodate loading and
delivery in this area will result in conflicts bctween gucsts, vchicles acccssing the parking
structure, and delivery trucks. Staff would recommend that the applicant revisit the
alternative of providing the loading and delivery facility in the underground parking
structure. Staff understands this is not the desire of the owners of the Village Center
Condominiums, yet we believe the impact can be mitigated with appropriate screening.
D. Conformity with the applicable elements of the Vail Comprehensive Plan, Town
policies and Urban Design Plan.
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Vail Land gJse P9an
The goals containcd in thc Vail Land Usc Plan are to bc uscd as the Town's policy
guidclines during the review process of cstablishing a new Special Development District.
Staff has rcviewed the Vail Land Usc Plan and believcs the following policies are relevant
to the rcview of this proposal:
fl. General Growth/Development
1.1 Vail should continue to grow in a controlled environment, maintaining a
balance bctween residential, commercial and recrcational uses to serve both
the visitor and the pcrmanent resident.
1.2 The quality of thc environment including air, water, and other natural
resources should be protected as the Town grows.
1.3 The quality of development should be maintained and upgade whenever
possible.
1.4 The original theme of thc old Village Core should be carried into new
. development in the Village Core through continued impicmcntation of the
Urban Dcsign Guidc Plan.
1.12 Vail should accommodatc most of the additional growth in existing
dcvclopcd arcas (infili).
1.13 Vail rccognizes its stream tract as being a desirable land feature as wcll as
its potcntial for public use.
3, CorreanerciaY
3.1 The hotel bed base should be preserved and used morc efficiently.
3.2 The Village and Lionshead are the best location for hotels to scrve the
future needs of the destination skier.
3.4 Commercial growth should be concentrated in existing commercial areas
to accommodate both local and visitor needs.
4. Vfl?age Cmre/lLionshead
4.1 Future commercial development should continue to occur primarily in
existing commercial areas. Future commercial development in the Core
areas needs to be carefully controlled to facilitate access and delivery.
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4.2 Incrcased density in the Core areas is acceptable so long as thc existing
character of cach area is prescrvcd through thc implementation of the
Urban Design Guide Plan and thc Vail Village Master Plan.
5. Residential
5.1 Quality timeshare units should be accommodated to help keep occupancy
rates up.
Staff bclieves thc proposed establishment of the new Special Development District (#35)
is in concert with the goals and policies of the Vail Land Use Plan as outlined above.
Vail Village Master Plan
The Vail Villagc Master Plan is intended to scrve as a guide to the staff, review boards
and Town Council in analyzing future proposals for development in Vail Village and in
legislating effective ordinances to deal with the such devclopment. The staff has identified
the following goals, objectives and policies as being relevant to this proposal:
Goal #1 Encourage high qualoty redevelopment while preserving the unique
architectural scale of the Village in order to sustain its sense of
community and identity.
1 1 Objcctive: Implement a consistent Dcvclopment Review Process to
rcinforce thc character of the Viliage.
1 1 1 Policv: Development and improvement projects approved in
the Village shall bc consistcnt with the goals,
objcctivcs, policics and dcsign considcrations as
outlincd in thc Vail Villagc Mastcr Plan and Urban
Dcsign Guide Plan.
1.2 Objective: Encourage the upgrading and redevelopment of residential
and commercial facilities.
1 2 1 Policv: Additional development may be allowed as identified
by the action plan as is consistent with the Vail
Village Master Plan and Urban Design Guide Plan.
1.3 Objective: Enhance new development and redeveloprnent through
public improvements done by private developers working in
cooperation with the Town.
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1.31 Policy Public improvcments shali bc developed with the
participation of thc privatc sector working with thc
Town.
Goa9 #2 To ffoster a strong tourist industry and prounote year-round economic
6eealth amci viability for the Village and for the coanmunity as a who?e.
2.1 Objective: Recognize thc variety of land uses found in the 10 sub-areas
throughout the Village and allow for developmcnt that is
compatiblc with these establishcd land usc patterns.
23 Objective; Increasc thc number of residential units available for short-
term, ovcrnight accommodations.
2.3.1 Policv: The development of short-term accommodation
units is strongly encouraged. Residential units that
arc devcloped abovic existing density levels are
required to be dcsigned or managed in a manner that
makcs thcm availablc for short-tcrm overnight
rcntal.
2.4 Objective; Encourage the development of a variety of new commercial
activity whcre compatiblc with existing land uses.
2.5 %jective: Encouragc thc continued upgrading, renovation and
maintenance of existing lodging and commercial facilities to
bettcr servc the needs of our guests.
2,5.1 Policy; Recreation amenities, common areas, mceting
facilitics and other amcnities shall be preserved and
enhanced as a part of any redevclopment of lodging
properties.
2.6 Obiective: Encourage the dcvelopment of affordable housing units
through the cfforts of thc private sector.
2.6.1 Policy: Employee housing units may be required as part of
any new or redeveloped project requesting density
over that allowed by existing zoning,
GoaB #3 To u'ecognize as a top priority the enhancement of the walking
experaence ghroughout the Village.
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3.1 Obicctivc: Physically improve thc cxisting pcdestrian ways by
landscaping and other improvcmcnts.
3 1.1 Policv: Privatc dcvclopment projccts shall incorporatc
streetscape improvements (such as paver treatments,
landscaping, lighting and seating arcas), along
adjacent pedestrian ways.
3.13 Policv: Flowers, trees, watcr features and other iandscaping
shall be encouraged throughout the Town in
locations adjacent to, or visible from, public areas.
3.2 Objective: Minimize the amount of vehicular traffic in the Village to
the greatest extent possible.
3 2 1 Policv: Vehicular traffic will be eliminated or reduced to
absolutely minimal necessary levels in thc
pedestrianized areas of the Village.
3,4 Objective: Dcvclop additional sidcwalks, pedestrian-only walkways
and accessible gneen space areas, including pocket parks
and sh•cam acccss.
3.4 2 Policy~. Privatc dcvclopmcnt projccts shall bc rcquircd to
incorporatc ncw sidcwalks along strccts adjaccnt to
thc project as dcsignated in the Vail Village Master
Plan ancl/or Rccrcation Trails Mastcr Plan.
Goal #4 To preserve existing open space areas and expand green space
opportunities.
43 Obiective: Improve existing open spacc arcas and creatc new plazas
with green space and pocket parks. Recognize the different
roles of each type of open space in forming the overall
fabric of the Villagc.
4 1 4 Policv: Open space improvements, including the addition of
accessible green space as described or graphically
shown in the Vail Village Master Plan andlor Urban
Design Guide Plan, will be required in conjunction
with private infill or redevelopment projects:
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Goa? #5 ?nca-ease and 'ernprove the capacity, efficiency and aesthetics of the
ge-ansportatiom and cee-culation systeen throughout the Village.
1 O jcctivc: Mcct parking demands with public and privatc parking
facilities.
5.1.1 Policv: For ncw development that is located outside of the
Commercial Core 1 Zone District, on-site parking
shall be provided (rather than paying into the
parking fund) to meet any additional parking
demand as required by the Zoning Code.
5 1.5 Policv: Redevelopment projects shall be strongly
encouraged to provide underground or visually
concealcd parking.
Goa9 #6 To ensure the continued improvement of the vital operational e?ements
of the Vfillage.
6.1 Ob.jectivc: Provide service and delivery facilities for existing and new
. devclopmcnt.
Yail Villagc Mastcr Plan and Building Hci h~ t Plan
Generally speaking, it is the goal of the Building Height Plan to maintain the concentration
of low-scale buildings in the Core arca, while positioning larger buildings along the
northcrn pcriphcry. According to thc Conccptual Building Hcight Plan contained within
thc Vail Village Master Plan, the Austria Haus is located within an area proposed to have
building heights of a maximum range of three to four storics. A building story is defined
as 9' of hcight, not including the roof.
Vail Villap-e Master Plan Action Plan
According to the Action Plan, the Austria Haus property is an area intended for
residential/lodging infill along the south side of the property and commercial infill along
the north side of the property.
According to the Vail Village Master Plan, the Austria Haus property is located within
mixed-use sub-area #1-8, Sonnenalp (Austria Haus)/Slifer Square:
"Commercial infill along East 1Vleadow Drive to provide a stronger edge to street
and commercial activity generators to reinforce the pedestrian loop throughout the
Village. Focus of infill is to provide improvements to pedestrian circulation with
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scparatcd walkway including biaffcr, along East Mcadow Drivc. Accommodating
on-sitc parking and maintaining the bus routc along East Meadow Drive are two
significant constraints that must be addressed. One additionai floor of
residential/lodging may also be accommodated on this site. Spccific emphasis
should be placed on the following Vail Village Master Plan objectives: 2.3, 2.4,
2.6,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,4.1,5.1,6.1.
Vail ViTlage Design Considerations
The Town of Vail adopted the Vail Village Design Considerations in 1980. The Design
Considcrations were revised in 1993. The Design Considerations are considered an
integral part of thc Vail Village Urban Design Plan. The Design Considerations are
intended to:
? guide growth and change in ways that will enhancc and preserve the essential
qualities of the Village; and
? serve as design guidelines instead of rigid rules of development; and
? hclp influencc thc form and dcsign of buildings.
Thc Vail Villagc Design Considcrations are divided into two catcgories (urban design
considerations and architectural/landscape considerations):
1. (JRBAN DESIGN C4NSIDERATIONS
Thesc considcrations rclatc to general, large-scale land use planning issues, as well as form
considerations which affect morc than one property or even whole areas. These considerations
are primarily thc purvicw of thc Planning and Environmental Commission.
A. PEDESTRIANIZATION
A major objective for Vail Village is to encourage pedestrian circulation through an
interconnected network of safe, pleasant pedestrian ways. Many of the improvements
recognized in thc Urban Design Guide Plans, and accompanying Design Considerations,
are to rcinforce and expand the quality of pedestrian walkways throughout the Village.
Since vehicular traff c cannot be removed from certain streets (bus routes, delivery
access), a totally care-free pedestrian system is not achievable throughout the entire
Village. Therefore, several levels of pedestrianization have been identified. The level of
pedestrianization most appropriate for the proposed Austria Haus redevelopment is the
joint vehicle/pedestrian use of the roadway.
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o Staff Rcs op nsc:
Thc staff has concludcd that thc improvcments rccommcndcd for East Mcadow Drivc in
the 1991 Town of Vail Strectscape Master Plan should be implemented. This includes a
reduction in strcct width from 30 fcet to 26 fect (14 foot bus lane and 12 foot attachcd,
pavcr pedestrian walk). The applicant is proposing to replace the strcet and reconstruct it
to the dcsired width. The applicant is NOT proposing to construct thc 12-foot wide
pedestrian walk out of pavers.
The applicant is also proposing to construct a 15 - 20 foot wide, heated pedestrian
walkway immediately adjaccnt to the north side of the building. Staff believes that these
improvements reinforce and Significantly improvc thc pedestrian walkways throughout the
Village by providing places for people to walk without forcing them into the bus lane.
The creative use of concrete unit pavers emphasizes the pedestrian character and offers a
clcar and attractivc pedestrian route. Thc retail space on the main level of the Austria
Haus closes the commercial loop from Slifer Square to Villagc Center. Staff would
recommend that the 12-foot pedestrian walk be constructed of pavers (and not asphalt), as
suggested in the Strcetscape Master Plan.
B. VEHICLE PENETRATION
To maximize to thc extcnt possiblc, all non-resident traffic should bc routed along thc
Frontage Road to Vail Village/Lionshcad Parking Structures.
(n conjunction with pedcstrianization objectives, major emphasis is focused upon reducing
auto pcnctration into thc ccnter of thc Villagc. Vail Road and Vail Vallcy Drivc will
continuc to scrvc as major routes for scrvicc and residcnt acccss to thc Villagc.
Road constrictions, traffic circles, signage, and other measures are indicated in the Guide
Plans to visually and physically discouragc all but esscntial vchicic pcnctration upon thc
Frontage Road. Alternative access points and private parking rclocation, where feasible,
should be considered to further reduce traffic conflicts in the Village.
0 . taff Res on nse:
The redevelopment of the Austria Haus will increase vehicular traffic on Village Center
Road. According to the Environmental Impact Asscssment-Austria Haus Redevelopment,
prepared by Design Workshop,lnc.:
"A slight increase automobile traffic is expected because of the projected increase
in the number of visitors generated annually by the project. What is not known,
however, is how many of these additional guests will arrive by car; it is likely the
largest number of guests will continue to arrive in the winter and that most will
arrive by van from the airport. Van deliveries will increase somewhat. Those
guests that arrive in their own car are likely to leave the car in the garage after they
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arrive, as thc center village location of thc projcct eliminates the need for a car. If
therc is a potential for congestion anywherc, it is most likely to bc in thc small
drop-off parking arca in front of the building, whcre check-ins, dcliveries and lost
drivers may converge. To some cxtent, this can be mitigated by improved
roadway dircctional signs, specdy guest valct scrvice, carcful managcmcnt of
dcliveries and inccntives to encouragc guests to lcavc their cars at home."
Along with thc incrcase in automobile traffic, therc will bc an increasc in delivery vehicle
traftic due to an increase in the commcrcial square footage ori the property. The
applicants anticipate that deliveries to the retail shops will likely arrive via UPS or similar
types of couriers. Deliveries are to be accommodated in the drop-off area in the front of
thc building.
Staff agrces with Design Workshop's assessment of the potential traffic impacts. While
there will likely be an increase in traftic on Village Center Road, there will not be an
increase in traffic on the pedestrian portion of East Mcadow Drive. The traffic control
gate located at the interscction of Village Centcr Road and East Meadow Drive will
continue to prohibit all vehicle traffic except Town of Vail buses. Staff feels the applicant
has addresscd traffic issues to thc extent possible.
C. STREETSCAPE FRAMEWORK
To improvc the quality of thc walking cxperience and give continuity to the pedestrian
ways, as a continuous system, two general typcs of improvements adjacent to the
walkways arc considcrcd:
1. Open space and landscaping, berms, grass, flowcrs and tree planting as a
soft, colorful framework linkagc along pedestrian routes; and plazas and
park grecnspaces as opcn nodes and focal points along those routes.
2. Infill commercial storefronts, expan5ion of existing buildings, or new infill
development to create new commercial activity generators to give streetlife
and visual interest, as attractions at kcy locations along pcdestrian routes.
It is not intended to enclose all Village streets with buildings as in the core areas. Nor is it
dcsirable to leave pedestrian strcets in the open in somcwhat undefined condition evident
in many other areas of Vail. Rather, it is desircd to have a varicty of open and cnclosed
spaces, both built and landscaped, which create a strong framework for pedestrian walks,
as well as visual interest and activity.
• . taff Res..ponse:
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Thc Austria Haus rcdevclopmcnt improvcs thc strcctscapc framcwork through thc
creation of new commercial activity and increases visual interest along East Meadow
Drivc. As stated prcviously, staff bclieves the proposed redevelopmcnt with 5,582 square
fcet of commercial arca closes the critical commercial loop in thc Village and provides
new strcet lifc where very little currently exists.
D. STREET ENCLOSURE
While building facade heights should not be uniform from building to building, they should
provide a"comfortable" enclosure for the street.
Pedestrian streets are outdoor rooms, whose walls are formed by the buildings. The shape
and feel of these "rooms" are crcated by the variety of heights and massing (3-dimensional
variations), which give much of the visual interest and pedcstrian scale unique to Vail.
Very general rules, about thc perception of exterior spaces have been developed by
designers, based on the characteristics of human vision. They suggest that:
"an external cnclosure is most cornfortable when its walls are approximately 1/2 as
high as the width of the space enclosed; if the ratio falls to 1/4 or less, the space
seems unenclosed; and if thc height is grcater than the width it comes to resemblc a
. canyon".
ln actual application, facades are scldom uniform in hcight on both sides of the street, nor
is this dcsircd. Thus, somc latitudc is appropriatc in thc application of this 1/2 to 1 ratio.
Using the avcrage facadc hcight on both sides will gencraliy still be a guide to the
comfortablencss of the enclosure being created.
(n some instanccs, the "canyon" cffect is acccptable and even desirablc. For example, as a
short connecting linkagc bctwcen larger spaces, to give variety to the walking experiencc.
For sun/shadc reasons it is often advantageous to orient any longer segments in a
north/south direction. Long canyon strcets in an eastlwest direction should generally be
discouraged.
When exceptions to the general height criteria occur, special consideration should be given
to create a wcll-defined ground floor pedestrian emphasis to overcome the "canyon"
effect.
Canopies, awnings, arcades and building extensions can all create a pedestrian focus and
divert attention from the upper building heights and "canyon" effect.
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• Staff Res op nse:
East Meadow Drive, and the pcdcstrian walkway adjacent to the Austria Haus, averagcs
approximately 43 feet in width. The Austria Haus (eaveline) adjacent to East Meadow
Drive and the pedcstrian walkway is approximately 29 fcet in hcight. Givcn that East
Meadow Drivc is enclosed only on one side, and the arcade and landscaping creates an
emphasis on the ground levcl of the building, staff bclicves the proposed Austria Haus
creates a"comfortable" enclosure of the strect and does not create a"canyon" effect.
E. STREET EDGE
Buildings in the Village core should form a strong but irregLilar edge to the street.
Unlike many American towns, therc at-e no standard setback requirements for buildings in
Vail Village. Consistent with the desire for intimate pedestrian scale, placement of
portions of a building at or near the property line is allowed and encouraged to give strong
definition to the pedestrian streets.
This is not to imply continuous building frontage along the property line. A strong street
edge is important for continuity, but perfectly aligncd facades over too long a distance
tends to be monotonous. With only a fcw exceptions in the Village, slightly irregular
facadc lincs, buildingjogs, and landscaped arcas, givc thc lifc to thc strcct and visual
intcrest for pcdcstrian travcl.
Whcre buildings jog to create activity pockets, other elements can be used to continue the
strect edge: low planter walis, tree planting, raised sidcwalks, texture changcs in ground
surfacc, arcadcs, raiscd dccks. .
Plazas, patios, and green areas are important focal points for gathering, resting, orienting
and should bc distributcd throughout the Villagc with duc considcration to spacing, sun
acccss, opportunities for vicws and pedestrian activity.
• . taff Response:
The original Austria Haus design lacked the irregular street edge of other properties in
Vail Villagc. The applicant, at the request of the staff and PEC, has attempted to
introduce a more irregular street edge through the horizontal stepping of the building on
the east and west ends. The east end of the building has been stepped back from the
property line and the northeast corner has been cutback, opening this end of building up to
Slifer Square. The west-end of the building was stepped towards the street. While it was
the PEC's desire to see more stepping in the building, staff believes and recognizes the
constraints in doing so. Staff believes the irregular configuration of the landscape planters
in front of the building helps to lessen the rather long, linear and uninterrupted street edge
along the center portion of the Austria Haus.
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F. BUILDING HEIGHT
Vail Villa.gc is pcrceivcd as a mix of two and thrce story facades, although there are also
four and five story buildings. The mix of building heights gives variety to the street, which
is desirable. The hcight criteria are intended to encouragc height in massing variety and to
discourage uniform building heights along the strect.
0 Staff Rcsponsc:
The Austria Haus roof steps down on both ends of the building, reducing the creation of a
"canyon" along the west property line and resulting in a building that is less obtrusive (on
Slifer Square) on the east end. The applicant has submitted a scale model of the new
structure in its Village Core context and this model will be available for use by the PEC
during thc hearings.
G. V[EWS AND FOCAL POINTS
Vail's mountain/valley setting is a fundamental part of its identity. Views of the
mountains, ski slopes, creeks and othcr natural fcatures are remindcrs to our visitors of the
mountain environment and, by rcpcatcd visibility, arc orientation refcrencc points. Certain
. building fcatures also providc impoitant oricntation rcferenccs and visual focal points.
Thc most significant vicw corridors in thc Villagc havc bccn adoptcd as part of Chapter
18.73 of thc Vail Municipal Codc. Thc vicw corridors adoptcd should not be considcrcd
cxhaustcd. Whcn evaluating a devclopment proposal, priority should bc givcn to an
analysis of the impacted projcct on public views. Views that should be preservcd originatc
from cithcr major pcdcstrian arcas or public spaccs, and includc vicws of thc ski mountain,
the Gore Range, the Clock Tower, the Rucksack Tower and other important man-made
and natural elemcnts that contribute to the sense of place associated with Vail. These
views, which have been adopted by ordinance, were chosen due to thcir significance, not
only from an aesthetic standpoint, but also as orientation rcferencc points for pedestrians.
Devclopment in Vail Village shall not encroach into any adopted vicw corridor, unless
approved under Chapter 18.73. Adopted corridors arc listed in Chapter 18.73 of the Vail
Municipal Code. Whether affecting adopted view corridors or not, the impact of
proposed development on views from public ways and public spaces must be identified
and considered where appropriate.
0 Staff Res op nse:
Although not directly impacting one of the five adopted view corridors, as listed in
Chapter 18.73 of the Vail Municipal Codc, the height of the building will have impacts
from the Vail Transportation Center (transit terminal) and will also impact views from the
west and central stairs. Public views of the Village (roofline of structures) will be blocked
from thcse areas, however, views of Vail Mountain will remain. Overall, staff feels that
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the benefits of providing a comfortable cnclosure to thc street, and compieting the
pedestrian and retail connection from Crossroads to thc Covercd Bridge is positive. Staff
feels that the complction of this pcdetitrian connection is in compliance with Goal #3 of.the
Vail Village Mastcr Plan:
"To recognize as a top priority the, enhancement of the walking experience
throughout the Villagc."
H. SERVICE AND DELiVERY
Any building expansion should preserve the functions of existing service alleys. The few
service alleys that cxist in the Village are extremely important to minimizing vehicle
congestion on pedestrian ways. The use of, and vchicular access to, those alleys should
not be eliminated except wherc functianal alternatives are not provided.
In all new and remodeled construction, delivery which avoids or reduces impacts on
pcdestrian ways should be explored; and adopted whenever practical, for immediate or
futurc use. Rcar acccss, basement and bclow ground delivery corridors reduce
congestion. Weather protection increases delivery efficiency substantially.
. Below grade delivcry corridors arc found in a fcw buildings in Vail Village
(Sitzmark/Gore Crcck Plaza, Villagc Ccntcr, Vail Villagc Inn). Considcration should bc
given to extending thcsc corridors, where fcasible, and thc creation of new ones. As
buildings arc constructcd or remodelcd, thc opportunity may cxist to dcvelop scgments of
a future systcm.
• . taff Response:
Through the course of thc revicw of thc Austria Haus redcvclopment proposal, sevcral
loading and dclivcry options werc explorcd.
The applicant had originally proposed to provide one loading and delivery berth in the
underground parking structure. However, concerns were expressed by the Village Center
Condominium owners that they would be negatively impacted by the noise generated from
the delivery vehicles, since the access to the underground location was immediately
adjacent to their units.
The applicant had also explored the possibility of gaining underground access to their
structure through the Village Center garage. It was determined that delivery vehicles
could not enter through Village Center due to height limitations in the garage.
As mentioned previously, the applicant is proposing to provide for loading/delivery in the
front entry drop-off area. The applicant anticipates that deliveries to the retaiUcommercial
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shops will arrive via UPS or similar types of courier. Staff continues to believe that this
location may ncgatively impact the pedestrian use of this area of East Meadow Drive and
suggests the applicant continuc to explore placing the loading and dclivery berth in the
underground structurc, as originally contcmplatcd.
1. SL1N / SHADE
Due to Vail's alpine climatc, sun is an important comfott factor, cspecially in winter, fall
and spring. Shadc arcas have ambient tcmperatures substantially below those of adjacent
direct sunlight areas. On all but the warmest of summer days, shade can easily lower
temperatures bclow comfortable levels and thereby, negatively impact use of thosc areas.
All new or expanded buildings should not substantially incrcase the spring and fall shadow
line (March 21 - Scptcmber 23) on adjacent properties or tile public right-of-way.
ln all building construction, shade shall be considered in massing and overall height
consideration. Notwithstanding, sun/shade considerations are not intended to restrict
building hcight allowances, but rather to influcnce the massing of buildings. Limited
hcight cxceptions may bc grantcd to mcct this critcria.
. o Staff Rcanonsc•
Although thc proposed hcight of the building will diminish thc amount of sun, and likewise
incrcasc shading, along East Mcadow Drivc (north sidc of thc projcct), thc provision of
hcated public walkways effectivcly mitigatcs this consideration, thus providing ice-free and
snow-frce sidewalks. Additionally, thc "opening up" of Slifcr Square witl inSUre adequate
light, air and open space to a public gathering space. Ovcrall, staff believes the applicant's
proposa] complics with thc abovc-desct•ibcd considerations.
2. ,4?tCI[QTECTURE/LAIVDSCAPE C0NSI1)ERATIONS
1ROO1F'S
Where visible, roofs are often onc of the most dominant architectural elcments in any built
environment. In the Villagc, roof fotm, color acid texture arc visibly dominant, and generally
consistent, which tends to unify the building diversity to a great dcgrec.
The current expression, and objective, for roofs in the Village is to form a consistently unifying
backdrop for the architecture and pedestrian streetscape, and to avoid roofs which tend to stand
out individually or distract visually from the overall character.
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Roof Forms
Roofs within the Village arc typically gable in form and of moderato-to-low pitch. Shed roofs are
frequcntly used for small additions to larger buildings. Free-standing shed roofs, butterfly roofs
and flat roofs, can be found in the Village, but they are generally considered to be out of character
and inappropriate. Hip roofs likewise, arc rare and generally inconsistent with the charactcr of the
Core Area. Towers are exceptions, in both form and pitch, to thc gencral criteria, but do have an
established local vernacular-style which should be respected.
~ Staff Response
The roof form of the Austria Haus has been revised several times from what was originally
proposed. The original roof design of the Austria Haus had a significant amount of flat
roof area. The majority of flat roof has now been replaced with a sloping roof leading to a
more traditional ridges. The ends of the ridges have been "clipped", resulting in a hip roof
form. While a hip roof is generally considered inconsistcnt with the character of the
Village, the applicant believes this roof form helps to reduce the mass of the building.
Staff recognizes that the sloping roof form increases the perceived height of the building,
especially on the east and west ends. Staff belicves it is critical that thc roof materials on
each of thc thrce building forms be compatiblc with one anothcr. Staff will raise this issue
with thc Dcsign Revicw Board.
Pi ch
Roof slopcs in thc Villagc typically rangc from 3/12 to 6/12, with slightly stccpcr pitches in
limitcd applications. Again, for visual consistcncy this gcneral 3/12-6/12 rangc should bc
preservcd.
• St ff Res onse
The pitch of the proposed Austria Haus roof is 4/12 and is in compliance with this
guidelinc.
Overhangs
Gencrous roof overhangs are also an established architectural feature in the Village - a traditional
expression of shelter in alpine environments. Roof overhangs typically range from 3 to 6 feet on
all edges. Specific design consideration should be given to protection of pedestrian ways adjacent
to buildings. Snow slides and runoff hazards can be reduced by roof orientation, gutters, arcades,
etc.
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Ovcrhang details arc trcated with varying de~,~rees of ornamentation. Structural elements such as
roof beams arc cxpresscd bcncath the overhangs, simply or decoratively carvcd. Thc roof fascia
is thick and wide, giving a su6stantial edge to the roof.
0 Staff Responsc
Staff suggests that the applicant increasc the roof overhangs on the building. Currently,
the overhangs vary from two feet to thrce fect. Staff would likc to see all the roof
overhangs at least three feet. Again, staff will review this consideration with the
Design Review Board.
Compositions
The intricate roofscape of the Village as a whole is the result of many individual simple roof
configurations. For any single building a varied, but sirnple composition of roof planes is
preferred to either a single or a complex arrangement of many roofs. As individual roofs become
more complex, the roof attracts visual attention away from the streetscape and the total roofscape
tcnds toward "busyncss" rather than a backdrop composition.
0 Staff Re sponsc
The roof form on the Austria Haus would be considcred a grouping of a simple
composition of roof planes. Staff believes thc roof composition proposed by the applicant
is consistcnt with thc intcnt of this architcctural considcration.
StenDCd Roofs
As buildings are stepped to rcflcct existing grade changes, resulting roof steps should be made
where the height change will be visually significant. Variations which are too subtle appear to be
more stylistic than functional, and out of character with the more straight-forward roof design
typical in thc Villagc.
0 Staff Response
The Austria Haus site is relatively flat (by Vail standards). While the building does not
need to step to follow the topography, vertical and horizontal steps have been
incorporated into the roof design. The vertical and horizontal steps provide a reduction in
the overall mass of the building and add to the architectural and visual interest of the
building.
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Matcrials
Wood shakcs, wood shingles, and built-up tar and gravel are almost exclusively used as roof
Inaterials in the Village. For visual consistency, any other materials should have the appearance of
thc abovc.
• Staff Response
Most recently, wood shakes and wood shingles are being discouraged for use as a roofing
material due to fire safety concerns. At the recommendation of the Town of Vail Fire
Department, the staff has been encouraging devclopers to use gravel, asphalt, tile, metal
and other more fire-resistant roofing materials on new buildings.
The applicant is proposing to use reddish tiles on the roof of thc Austria Haus. The tiles
will be similar in appcarance to those uscd on the Sonnenalp Bavaria Haus. The staff
believes this is an appropriate roof material to use on this projcct.
Construction
Common roof problems and dcsigm considcrations in this climatc includc:
. - snowslidcs onto pedcstrian walks
- guttcrs freczing
- roof dams and watcr infiltration
- heavy snow loads
Careful attention to these functional details is recommended, as well as familiarity with the local
building code, proven construction details, and Town ordinances.
For built-up roofs, pitchcs of 4/12 or stceper do not hold gravel well. For shinglc roofs, pitches
of 4/12 Qr shallower often result in ice dams and backflow leakagc under thc shingles.
Cold-roof construction is strongly preferred, unless warm-roof bcnefits for a specific application
can be dcmonstrated. Cold-roofs are double-roofs which insulate and prevent snow melt from
internal building heat. Sy retaining snow on the roof, many of the problems listed can be reduced.
Periodic snow removal will be required and should be anticipated in the design.
Roof gutters tend to ice-in completely and become ineffective in the Vail climate, especially in
shaded north-side locations. Heating the interior circumference with heat-tape elements or other
devices is generally necessary to assure adequate run-off control in colder months.
• Staff Response:
The applicant is proposing a cold-roof construction atop the Austria Haus. Through the
review of a building permit, staff will ensure the roof construction complies with the
standards prescribed for the Vail climate.
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1FACADES
Material s
Stucco, brick, wood (and glass) are the primary building materials found in the Village. Whi1e not
wishing to restrict design freedom, existing conditions show that within this small range of
materials much variation and individuality are possible while preserving a basic harmony. Too
many diverse materials weaken the continuity and repetition which unifies the streetscape.
Of the above materiais, stucco is the most consistently uscd material. Most of the buildings in the
Village exhibit some stucco, and there are virtually no areas where stucco is entirely absent. It is
intended to prescrve the dominance of stucco by its use in portions, at least, of al] new facades,
and by assuring that other materials are not used to the exclusion of stucco in any sub-area within
the Villagc.
~ Staff Rcsponse
The exterior materials proposed by the applicant for the three building forms are a
combination of stone, stucco and wood. No one material is proposed to dominate the
. exterior of the Austria Haus. Staff bclieves the applicant has complied with this particular
architectural considcration.
Color
There is greater latitudc in the use of color in the Village, but still a disccrnible consistcncy within
a gcneral rangc of colors.
For wood surfaces, trim or siding, darker color tones are preferred - browns, greys, blue-greys,
dark olive, slate-greens, ctc. Stucco colors are gcncrally light - white, bcige, pale-gold, or other
light pastels. Other light colors could bc appropriate, as considered on a case-by-case basis.
Bright colors (red, orange, blues, maroon, etc.) should be avoided for major wall planes, but can
be used effectively (with restraint) for decorative trim, wall graphics, and other accent elements.
Generally, to avoid both "busyness," and wcak visual interest, the variety of major wall colors
should not exceed four, nor be less than two.
A color/material change between the ground floor and upper floors is a common and effective
reinforcement of the pedestrian scale of the street.
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• taff Rcsponsc
The applicant has proposed an extcrior building color that is compatible with the color of
thc existing buildings in thc vicinity of thc Austria Haus. Staff would likc to point out that
the applicant is required to obtain Dcsign Review Board (DRB) approval prior to
construction and that any concerns of the PEC on this topic will bc brought to the
attention of the DRB.
Trans art~ encv
Pedestrian scale is created in many ways, but a major factor is the openness, attractiveness, and
generally public character of the ground floor facade of adjacent buildings. Transparent store
fronts arc "peoplc attractors," opaque or solid walls arc more privatc, and imply "do not
approach."
On pedestrian-oricnted strcets such as in the Village, ground floor commercial facades are
proportionately more transparent than upper floors. Upper floors are typically more residential,
privatc and thus lcss opcn.
As a measure of transparcncy, thc most charactcristic and successful ground floor facades range
. froin 55% to 70% of the total length of the commercial facade. Upper floors are often the
convcrsc, 30%-45% transparcnt.
Examples of transparency (lineal feet of glass to lineal feet of facade) on ground lcvel.
- Covcred Bridge Building S8°/<,
- Pepi's Sports 71 %
- Gasthof Gramshammcr 48%
- Thc Lodgc
- Golden Peak Nouse 62'%
- Casino I3uilding 30%
- Gorsuch }3uilding 51
• Staff Resaonse
The Austria Haus has a ground floor t:ransparcncy of 50% along East Meadow Drive.
While the percentage falls short of thc recommended minimum of 55%, staff believes the
intent of the transparency requiremcnt has been met. Staff feels the arcade, large pancs of
glass, and streetscape benches will all serve as "people attractors" giving life and activity
to the ground level of the building. Staff believes that if there is an opportunity for
additional glass (transparency), it exists on the west-end of the easternmost building form.
Staff would suggest, but not require, that the applicant explore thc possibility of increasing
the size of the window on the west-end of the easternmost building form.
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V indows
In addition to the gcneral dcgrce of transparency, window details are an important source of
pcdestrian scale-giving elements. The size and shapc of windows are often a response to the
function of the adjacent street. For close-up, casual, pedestrian viewing windows are typically
sized to human dimensions and characteristics of human vision. (Large glass-wall store-fronts
suggest unintcrrupted viewing, as from a moving car. The scnse of intimate pedcstrian scale is
diminished). Ground floor display windows are typically raised slightly 18 inches t and do not
cxtend much over 8 feet above the walkway level. Ground floors, which are noticeably above or
below grade, are cxceptions.
The articulation of the window itself is still another element in giving pedestrian scale (human-
related dimensions). Glass areas are usually subdivided to express individual window elements -
and are further subdivided by mullions into small panes - which is responsible for much of the old-
world charm of the Village. Similarly, windows are most often clustered in banks, juxtaposed
with plain wall surfaces to give a pleasing rhythm. Horizontal repetition of singie window
clements, espccially over long distances, should bc avoided.
Largc single pane windows occur in the Village, and provide some contrast, as long as they are
generally consistent in fonn with other windows. Long continuous glass is out of character. Bay,
. bow and box windows are common window details, which further variety and massing to facades
- and are cncouragcd.
Reflective glass, plastic panes, and aluminum or other metal framcs are not consistent in the
Villagc and should bc avoidcd. Metal-clad or plastic-clad wood frames, having thc appcarancc of
paintcd wooci havc bccn uscd succcssfully and are acccptable.
0 . taff Responsc
The Austria Haus proposal is in compliance with the above-described design
consideration. Staff believcs the use of dormcrs with windows, bay windows and
windows with mullions adds to the architectural charm and visual integrity of the Austria
Haus. Staff recommends that the use of mullions in the windows be a condition of
approval.
Doors
Like windows, doors are important to character and scale-giving architectural elements. They
should also be somewhat transparent (on retail commercial facades) and consistent in detailing
with windows and other facade elements.
Doors with glass contribute to overall facade transparency. Due to the visibility of people and
merchandise inside, windowed doors are somewhat more effective in drawing people inside to
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rctail commcrcial facadcs. Although grcat variations cxist, 25-30% t transparcncy is fclt to bc a
minimum transparcncy objcctivc. Privatc residcnccs, lodgcs, restaurants, and othcr non-rctail
establishments have differcnt visibility and character needs, and doors should bc designed .
accordingly. Sidclight windows arc also a mcans of introciucing door-transparcncy as a
complcmcnt or substitutc for door windows.
Articulated doors havc thc dccorativc quality dcsircd for Vail. Flush doors, light aluminum
frames, plastic appliquc elements all are considered inappropriate. As an expression of entry, and
sheltcred welcome, protected entry-ways are encouraged. Doorways may bc recessed, extended,
or covcred.
• Staff Response
Staff believes the applicant's proposal complies with the above-described criteria.
Trirn
Prominent wood trim is also a unifying feature in the Village. Particularly at ground floor levels,
doors and windows have strong, contrasting framing clemcnts, which tic the various elements
together in one composition. Windows and doors arc treated as strong visual features. Glass-
wall dctailing for cithcr is typically avoided.
• S.taff Res on nsc;
Staff believes the applicant's proposal complies with the abovc-described criteria.
DECKS AND PATIOS
Dining dccks and patios, when properly designed and sited, bring pcopic to the streets,
opportunitics to look and bc looked at, and generally contribute to thc liveliness of a busy street-
making a richer pedestrian experience than if those streets were empty.
A review of successful decks/patios in Vail rcvcals several common characteristics:
- direct sunlight from 11:00 - 3:00 increases use by many days/year and protects from
wind.
- elevatcd to give views into the pedestrian walk (and not the reverse).
- physical separation from pedestrian walk.
- overhang gives pedestrian scale/shelter.
Decks and patios should be sited and designed with due consideration to:
- sun
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- wind
- vicws
- pcdcstrian activity
o Staff Response:
The majority of the decks and patios on the Austria Haus are located on the south side of
the building, facing Gore Creek. These decks and patios are for the use of the guests of
the Austria Haus and not the general public.
Bf11LCONIES
Balconies occur on almost all buildings in the Village which have at least a second level facade
wall. As strong repetitive features they:
- give scale to buildings.
- give life to the street (when used).
- add variety to building forms.
- provide shelter to pathways below.
0 Staff Rc44nsc
Again, thc majority of thc balconies on thc Austria Haus are located on the south side of
the building. Several french balconies have becn incorporated into the design of the north
side of the building on the upper floors.
Color
Thcy contrast in color (dark) with the building, typically matching thc h-im colors.
0 Staff Response
Like the exterior color of the building, the DRB will be reviewing this aspect of the
proposal.
Size
They extend far enough from the building to cast a prominent shadow pattern. Balconies in Vail
are functional as will as decorative. As such, they should be of useable size and located to
encourage use. Balconies less than six feet deep are seldom used, nor are those always in shade,
not oriented to views or street life.
0 Staff Responsc
Staff believes this criteria has been met.
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Mass
They are commonly massive, yet semi-transpai-ent, distinctivc from the building, yet allowing the
building to be somewhat visible behind. Solid balconies are found occasionally, and tend to be
too dominant obscuring the building architecture. Light balconies lack the visual impact which
tics the Village togcther.
o Staff Response
The balconies on the Austria Haus are proposed to be semi-transparent in appearance.
Materials
Wood balconics are by far the most common. Vertica] structural members are the rnost dominant
visually, often decorativcly sculpted. Decorative wrought iron balconies are also consistent
visually where the vertical members are close enough to create semi-transparency. Pipe rails, and
plastic, canvas or glass panels should be avoided.
• Staff Response
The matcrial to be uscd in the construction of thc balconies on thc Austria Haus is wood,
with vcrtical structural membcrs. A dctail of the railing wil) bc revicwed by the DRB.
ACCENT E[,EMCNTS
Thc lifc, and festive quality of thc Village is given by judicious use of acccnt clements which give
color, movement and contrast to the Village.
Colorful accent clemcnts consistcnt with cxisting character are encouraged, such as:
Awnings and canopics - canvas, bright color or stripcs of two colors.
Flags, banners - hanging from buildings, poles, and even across streets for special
occasions.
Umbrcllas - over tables on outdoor patios.
Annual color flowers - in beds or in planters.
Accent lighting- buildings, plazas, windows, trees (even Christmas lights all winter).
Painted wall graphics - coats of arms, symbols, accent compositions, etc.
Fountains - sculptural, with both winter and summer character.
• Staff Response:
Accent lighting on the building, annual flowers in containers and in the planting beds,
potted trees decorated with Christmas lights and irrigated flower boxes are proposed to
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provide colorful accent elemcnts on the Austria Haus. An additional accent symbol
(clock, crest, etc.) is proposcd for the arca above the front entry. Thc final dcsign has yct
to be dctcrmincd.
1[..ANDSC'APE ElLElO!QENTS
Landscape considerations include, but go beyond, the placcment of appropriate plant materials.
- plant materials
- paving
- retaining walls
- street furniture (benches, kiosks, trash, etc.)
- lighting
- signagc
Plant Materials
Opportunities for planting are not extensive in thc Village, which places a premium on the plant
sclcction and dcsign of thc sites that do exist. Framework planting of trees and shrubs should
include both deciduous and cvergreen specics for year round continuity and interest.
Native plants are somcwhat limited in varicty, but are clearly bcst able to withstand the harsh
winter climate, and to tie the Village visually with its mountain setting.
Trces hrubs
Narrow-leaf cottonwood Willow
Balsam poplar pogwood
Aspen Serviceberry
Lodgcpolc pinc Alpine currant
Colorado sprucc Chokccherry
Subalpine fir Mugho pinc
Potentilla
Buffaloberry
0 Staff Response
A landscape plan has been submitteci by the applicant. The landscape plan has been
developed with the assistance of Town staff, since a majority of the landscape
improvements are proposed on Town property. The proposed landscape design takes into
consideration factors such as the location of the plantings (sun/shade), maintenance,
climate, etc. Staff believes the landscape design for the Austria Haus complies with the
above-described criteria.
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Pavin 7
The frecze/thaw cycle at this altitude virtually eliminates common sitc-cast concrete as a paving
surface (concretc spall). High-strength concrete may work in selected conditions. Asphalt, brick
(on concrete or on sand), and concrete block appear to be best suited to the area.
In general, paving treatments should be coordinated with that of the adjacent public right-of-way.
The Town uses the following materials for all new construction:
- asphalt: general use pedestrian streets
- brick on concrete: feature areas (plazas, intersections, fountains, etc.)
• Staff Response
The paving material used in the public areas around the Austria Haus will be the "Vail",
concrete unit pavcr, laid in the "Vail-pattern" (hemngbone). These surfaces will bc heated
and will include the access ramp to the parking structure, the front entry drop-off area and
the pedestrian walkway along the store fronts. The applicant has worked with the Town
staff in developing the design of impravements in the public right-of-way.
R tc amin g~Wallti
Retaining walls, to raise planting areas, often protects the landscape from pedestrians and
snowplows, and should providc scating opportunitics:
Two types of material arc already wcll established in the Village and should be utilized for
continuity:
- split-face moss rock venecr - Village Core pedestrian streets (typical).
- rounded cobblc hidden mortar - in open space areas if above type not already
cstablishcd nearby.
• Staff Responsc
No landscape retaining walls are proposed in the construction of the Austria Haus. The
new landscape retaining walls proposed in Slifer Square will match the existing walls in
terms of both type of materials, and application.
Li h in
Light standards should be coordinated with those used by the Town in the public right-of-way.
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o . aff Resnonsc
As part of the strectscape improvements along East Meadow Drive, the applicant will be
installing four ncw Village light fixtures. The number and locations of thc four new lights
was determined through consultation with Town staff.
Si 7na e
Refer to Town of Vail Signage Ordinance
0 Staff Res op nse:
Thc staff has requested that the applicant prepare a comprehensive sign program for the
Austria Haus. The comprehensive sign program will be reviewed by the DRB.
SERVQCE
Trash handling is extrcmely sensitive in a pedestrian environmcnt. Trash collection is primarily
made in off-peak hours. It is the building owners responsibility to assure that existing trash
storage problems arc corrccted and future ones avoided.
Trash, cspccially from fooci scrvice establishments, must bc carefully considercd; including the
fol lowing:
- quantities generated
- pick-up frequency/access
- containcr sizes
- enclosurc location/design
- visual odor impacts
Garbage collection boxes or dumpsters must be readily accessible for collection at all times yet
fully screened from public view - pedestrians, as well as upper level windows in the vicinity.
Materi al s
Exterior materials for garbage enclosures should be consistent with that of adjacent buildings.
Construction
Durability of the structure and operability of doors in all weather are prime concerns. Metal
frames and posts behind the prefened exterior materials should be considered to withstand the
inevitable abuse these structures suffer.
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• . taff Rcsponsc:
Thc applicant has proposed to incorporate a trash dumpster into thc design of thc
underground parking structure. The h-ash dumpster will be completely cnclosed and
accessible from insidc the parking structurc. Without a restaurant, thc building is not
expected to generate an unusual amount of trash. The drivcway is designcd to
accommodate trash trucks. Staff belicves the applicant's pc•oposal complics the above-
describcd critcria.
E. Identiication and mitigation of natural and/or geologic hazards that affect the
property on which the special development district is proposed.
There are no natural and/or geologic hazards, including the Gore Creek floodplain, that
effect the Austria Haus property.
F. Site plan, building design and location and open space provisions designed to
produce a functional development responsive and sensitive to natural features,
vegetation and overall aesthetic quality of the community.
The applicant has revised the sitc plan in response to comments received from the Town
• Council and staff. Most importantly, thc appiicant has shiftcd thc building 7' on thc sitc to
furthcr buffcr thc surrounding propcrtics. Thc applicant has dcsigncd the building to
respcct the 50' Gore Creek Stream setback along the south sidc of thc property and to
maintain thc required 20' setback along the wcst property line.
G. A circulation system designed for both vehicles and pedestrians addressing on and
off-site traffic circulation.
The Austria Haus redevclopment wil] have major positive impacts on both off-site and on-
site vehicle and pedestrian traffic systems surrounding the property. Staff believes that
pedestrian circulation wili be substantially improvcd as result of thc rcdevelopment.
Improvemcnts include a ncw 14-faot wide bus lanc and a dedicated, 12-foot wide
pcdestrian lane along East Mcadow Drive, as well as an improved pcdestrian streetscape
along the north side of the building adjacent to the retail shops. The pedcstrian
streetscape will be heated, thus providing ice-free and snow-free sidewalks. All new
pedestrian improvements propose the use of concrete unit pavers, with the exception of
the 12-foot wide walkway along East Meadow Drive, and will connect into the existing
improvements to the east (Slifer Square), to the west (Village Center) and to the Vail
Transportation Center to the north.
Staff would recommend that the applicant redesign the pedestrian access through Slifer
Square. The original design indicated improvements to Slifer Square which would
improve pedestrian access to and around the Austria Haus. Staff believes that the
elimination of this access will have negative effects upon the circulation system on and off
the site.
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Vehicular circulation will also be positively effected by the redevclopment. The current
parking situation will bc improved by removing the surfacc parking lot and replacing it
with an underground parking structure and a front entry drop-off arca. Access to the
parking structure shall be via a heatcd ramp located at the west end of thc project.
H. Functeona9 and aesthetic landscaping and open space in order to optimize anc?
pa-eserve natural 6eatures, u-ecreatuon, views and functions.
The proposed landscapc plan will have important bcneficial impacts on thc quaiity of the
public spaces in the vicinity of the Austria l-laus, duc to the improvements to East
Meadow Drivc, Slifer Square and the Gore Creek streambank.
Thc strcctscape improvements recommended in the Town of Vail Strectscape Master Plan
will be partially implemented. The partial improvcments wiii enhancc the pedestrian
expericnce along East Meadow Drive through the construction of a wider and more
attractive heated walkway adjacent to the retail shops. Thc implementation of the
streetscapc improvemcnts, however does not include a separate pedcstrian walkway from
bus traffic. The applicant is no longer proposing to dclineatc the pcdestrian areas and bus
lanc in East Mcadow Drivc through the usc of diffcrcnt paving surfaccs.
The applicant has dcsigned improvemcnts to the western portion of Slifer Square. The
improvcmcnts have bccn devcloped with the help of "I'own staff. Thc applicant's design is
scnsitivc to thc nurncrous matucc trccs cxisting in Slifcr Squarc. Only thosc trecs which
impact pcdcstrian circulation, cffcct sun cxposurc ro thc scating arcas, and would
othcrwisc bc damagcd duc to construction, arc being rcmovcd. Thc rcmoval of the trccs
will bc initigated by thc planting of additional trccs clscwhcrc in Slifcr Squarc.
Staff is concerned with thc redesign of the pcdestrian area immediatcly west of the new
bus shcltcr. The applicant had originally proposed a landscapc plantcr in this area. The
planter and thc 24-foot, 22-foot, and l 8-foot tall spruce trecs were to be in thc planter to
hclp frame the northcast corner of the building and to reduce the vastness of the paved
area. The ncw trees werc also intendcd to mitigate the loss of several other mature trces
cxisting on the site. Staff would recommend that the applicant return the originally
proposed planter design and plantings to the landscape element of the development plan.
Improvements are proposed for the Gorc Creek streambank adjacent to the Austria Haus.
The improvements are intended to enhance the visual appearance of the streambank and
stabilize the soil by reducing thc grade of the slope and revegetating the bare soils. The
applicant will also be implementing an erosion and sedimentation control plan to prevent
run-off from the construction site from entering Gore Creek.
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I. Phasing plan or subdivision plan that will maintain a workable, functional and
efficient relationship throughout the development of the special development
district.
Phasing of development is not proposed. The applicant is required to submit a
con5truction phasing and staging plan to the Town pnor to recciving a building permit.
The plan wi.ll be used to ensure an efficicnt and workablc relationship with surrounding
uses during the development of the Austria l-taus.
At this time, the applicant is anticipating a minor subdivision to amcnd the location of the
north property line. Thc applicant is proposing to trade land with the Town in order to
gain an additional one - two feet of land area along the northerly property line. In
exchange for this land, the applicant is proposing to trade a triangular piece of property
adjacent to Slifer Square to the Town. Any proposal to trade land with the Town must be
reviewed and approved by the Council.
V. DISGUSSION ISSUES
1. Streetscal2c lmprovements
Thc Town of Vail Strcctscapc Mastcr Plan recommcnds improvements to the
streetscape of East Meadow Drive adjacent to the Austria Haus. In particular, the
plan suggests the construction of a 12-foot widc, at-gradc, concrete paver
walkway along the south sidc of East Mcadow Drivc. Thc usc of concretc pavcrs
is intcndcd to bcautify the street as wcll as introducc a diffcrcnt paving material to
dcsignate the pcdestrian areas. Thc applicant proposcs to construct the 12-foot
widc walkway, howevcr, thcy propose to use asphalt rathcr than concrctc pavers.
The staff bclicvcs that pavcrs should be uscd for the rcasons stated in the
Strectscapc Mastcr Plan.
The staff would recommend that the PEC and the applicant discuss this issue
and determine whether the use of concrete unit pavers.
2. Slifer Sauarc lmnrovements
The applicant had originally proposed substantial improvements to Slifer Square.
Some of the original improvements have been eliminated. The applicant has
removed a large landscape planter located immediately west of the relocated bus
shelter. The planter and the plant material has been replaced with a paver surface.
Additionally, a pedestrian walkway through Slifer Square to the applicant's
building is no longer being proposed. The applicant has suggested that if a new
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walkway is rcquircd, the walkway should bc constructcd by the Town of Vail as
part of the improvcmcnts proposcd to Slifcr Squarc.
Staff belicvcs the applicant should add the landscape plantcr and the plant material
back to the plans as originally proposed. Staff fecls the plantcr and plantings are
critical to the design of the arca and ncccssary to mitigate the loss of some of the
existing vegetation. Staff also belicves the pedestrian walkway through Slifer
Square be constructed by the applicant. Staff feels the walkway is a vital link in
the pcdestrian circulation systcm and that the walkway is neccssitatcd by the
design of the Austria Haus and the improvements proposed by the applicant.
Therefore, staff would recoTnmend that the applicant be required to construct these
improvemcnts.
Staff would recomQnend the 9'EC and the applicant discuss this issue and
deterrnine whether the 9andscaping and the walkway should be reintroducecfl.
3. Pool Deck
Thc applicant has proposcd an outdoor swimming pool as a recrcational amcnity
for the gucsts of the Austria Haus. Thc pool deck is proposed at the southwest
. corner of the building and cncroaches 18-1/2 feet into the rcquircd, 20-foot rear
yard setback . According to the rcgulations prescribed in the Municipal Code of
the Town of Vail, pool decks may encroach up to 10 feet into the required
sctback.
Staff wouOc? recommend that the PEC and the applicant discuss this assue ared
deterrnane whether an acfditional 8-1/2 feet of encroachment is acceptable.
4. Architccturc
Thc architcct has rcdcsigncd the northcast corncr of the building. Thc rcdcsign
climinatcs floor arca on the second floor of the building in " the turrct." Thc
elimination of the floor area on the second floor and the inclusion of floor area on
the third floor causes the turrct to bccomc somewhat awkward looking.
The sta9'f would suggest 4fiat the 1PEC and architect discuss this issve nn an
attearopt to create a less awkward ?ooking gurret.
5. Outstanding Submittal Information
The application for the establishment of SDD #35 is currently incomplete. There
are outstanding items which must be submitted prior to final review by the PEC.
These items include:
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1. Submit a rcgrading plan which shows ALL gr'ading to thc point whcrc the
proposed improvements tie into existing conditions.
2. Submit a revised landscapc plan with a legend, including the quantity and
sizcs of all proposcd plant matcrials, anci specifications for installation.
3. Submit plans, prior to DRB, for the proposed bus sheltcr design.
4. Resubmit a snowmelt area plan indicating those areas that will be
snowmelted by the applicant.
5. Submit a letter of intent, indicating how and where the employee housing
requirement will be mct.
6. Submit a roof plan with existing and proposed contours indicated beneath
so building height may be verificd
The above-listed items must be submitted to the Town of Vail Community
Development Department by no later than noon, Tuesday, May 27, 1997, in
order for the PCC to make a recommendation on this request on Monday,
. June 9, 1997.
VI. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
-Thc staff has identificd the following conditions, which we will recommend be included in a PEC
votc on June 9, 1997:
1. That the applicant mcet with the Town staff, prior to appcaring before Town Council for
the first reading of an ordinance establishing Special Devclopment District #35, to
formulate a construction phasing plan and to determine financial responsibilities for thc
off-site improvcments to Slifer Square, East Meadow Drivc and the revcgetation of the
Town-owned strcam tract, south of~ the Austria Haus. Staff will then make a
rccommendation to Council regarding the construction phasing and financial
responsibilities of the off-site improvements.
2. That the applicant prepare a deed restriction or covenant, subject to the Town Attorney's
review and approval, thereby restricting the current and future owner(s) ability to locate a
restaurant, or similar food service operation on the Austria Haus property. Said deed
restriction or covenant shall be recorded with the Eagle County Clerk and Recorder's
Office prior to the applicant submitting for a building permit.
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3. That thc applicant submit thc following plans to thc Departmcnt of Community
Devclopment, for review and approvai, as a part of thc building pcrmit application for the
Austria Haus:
a. A Trec Prescrvation Plan;
b. An Erosion Control and Scdimentation Plan;
c. A Construction Staging and Phasing Plan;
d. A Stoirnwater Managemcnt Plan;
C. A Sitc Dewatering Plan; and
f. A Traffic Control Plan.
4. That thc applicant provide deed-restricted housing, which complies with the Town of Vail
Employee Housing requirements (Chaptcr 18.57), for a minimum of 12 employees, and
that said deed-restricted housing be made available for occupancy, and the deed
restrictions recorded with the Eagle Cotmty Clerk & Recorder, prior to requesting a
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for the Austria Haus.
5. That the PEC approval of Special Dcvclopment District 935, the approval of the
conditional use pennit to allow for the operation of a fractional fce club in the Public
Accommodation Zonc District, and thc approval of a minor subdivision shall be
conditioncd upon the approval of this SDD establishment rcquest by thc Vail Town
Council.
6. That this approval is conditioned upon thc approval of a minor subdivision, as follows:
"A minor subdivision will amend the location of the north propcrty line. The
applicant is proposing to trade land with the Town in order to gain an additional
onc - two feet of propcrty along thc northcrly property line. In cxchangc for this
land, the applicant is proposing to trade a triangular picce of property, adjacent to
Slifcr Square, to thc Town. If a minor subdivision is rcquestcd, all costs incurred
to complcte thc subdivision and thc exchange of land with thc Town shall be the
responsibility of thc applicant."
7. That the following design considerations be carefully reviewed by the Design Review
Board (as previously discussed in Section IV of this memorandum):
A) That the mullions on the windows and doors, as depicted on the building elevations,
be a required element of the Austria Haus project.
B) That the improvements recommended for East Meadow Drive, as depicted in the
approved Town of Vail Streetscape Master Plan, be implemented as a part of the Austria
Haus project. This includes a reduction in street width from 30 feet to 26 feet (14 foot
bus lane and 12 foot attached, paver pedestrian walk).
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C) That the applicant increasc the roof overhangs on the building. Currently, the
overhangs vary from two feet to thrcc fcct. Staff would recommend that all the roof
overhangs bc a minimum of thrce feet.
D) That the applicant prepare a comprehensive sign and extcrior lighting program for the
Austria Haus. The comprehensivic exterior lighting and sign program will be reviewcd by
the DRB.
E) That the applicant revisit the originally contemplated design which incorporates the
loading and delivery facility in the underground parking structure. Staff believes that
trying to accommodate loading and delivery in the porte-cochere area will result in
conflicts bctween pedestrians, vehiclcs accessing the parking structure, and dclivcry
trucks. Staff undcrstands the original design option may not be the desire of the owners of
the Village Center Condominiums, yet we believe the impact can be mitigated with
appropriatc scrcening.
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East Village Homeowners Associ970-827-5856 05/20/1997 08:32:12 AM P.2
~AST VffLLACE n-OMEowNERs Assc~~~ATIoN, INCe
Officers: President - Iiob Galvin Secretary - Gretta Parks Treastvcr - Patrick Gramm
Directors - Judith Berkowitz - Dolph Bndgewater - Ellie Caulldns - Ron Langley -Bill Morton - Connie Ridder
To: Town of Vail
Planning and Environmental Commission
From: Jim Lamont, Executive Director
Date: May 19, 1997
RE: Sonnenalp Austria Haus Issues and related matters.
Atta.ched please find a report delivered to the Town of Vail Town Council on May 6, 1997,
' regarding issues associate with Comprehensive Plan procedural matters regarding the Sonnenalp
Austria Haus application ~r a Special Development District. The Town Council's deliberation of
these procedural matters dd not allow for the standard procedures of public notice or participation
nor the sequential delibera~ion and advisory recommendations by the PEC and as a consequence did
not allow for the studied consideration by the Town Council of the full breath of the issues involved.
The subject of the eport applies to content and procedures provided for in the Town of Vail's
Comprehensive Plan docu ents. It is the position of the Homeowners Association, Board of I~irec-
tors that the issues identifi d in the attached report specifically applies to the Austria Haus applica-
tion. Furthermore, the iss es identified in the report go well beyond the Austria Haus application
applying to public policy d procedural matters that effect the equitable treatment under the zoning
laws of property owners in Vail Village and the community at large.
~ It is requested that e members of the Planning and Environmental Commission review the
attached report as well as btain copies of collateral documentation provided to the Town Council
by the Homeowners Assoc ation at their May 6, 1997, meeting. Further, that the PEC members ob-
I tain copies and review in tail the Town of Vail's 1986 Land Use Plan and 1990 Vai( Village Mas-
ter Plan.
~ It is the expectatio of the Homeowners Association, because of the importance of these
comprehensive planning d6cuments to the community, that members of the PEC and Town Council
, should possess personal co ies of these documents and be personally familiar with the details of the
content and procedures fo d in them.
cc: Bob Galvi
Board of 'rectors
Town Cou cil
Post Office Box 238 Vail, Colorado 81658
elephone: (970) 827-5680 Message/FAX: (970) 827-5856
. Agenda last rcvised 5/14/97 9 am
. . : PLANNING AND ENVIFtOMNAENYAL COi1NNMISSIOR! ,
Monday, May 19, 1997
AGENDA
` Project Orientation /NQ LUNCH - Community Development DepartmenY 12:45 pm
MEfVIBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
Si4e Visits : 9 :15 pm
1. Austria Haus - 242 East Meadow Drive
2. Vail Recreation District - 520 Lionshead Mall
Driver: George
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WOTE: If the PEC hearing extends until 6:00 p.m., the board will break for dinner from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Public Hearinca -'6'odun Council Chambers 2:00 p.m.
1. A request for a conditional use permit to allow for the summer use (Camp Vail) of the
existing tent located at the Lionshead Ski School practice area, located at 520 Lionshead
Mall/ Tract D, Vail Lionshead 1 st filing.
Applicant: Vail Recreation District / Vail Associates, Inc.
Planner: Lauren Waterton
2. A request to establish a Special Development District #35, the Austria Haus, located at
242 East Meadow Drive/Part of Tract C, Vail Village 1st Filing.
_ Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc. represented by Gordon Pierce
Planner: George Ruther
3. A request to review and recommend to the Town Council the public view corridor
methodology and criteria for the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan Area.
Applicant: Town of Vail and consultant team
Staff: . Dominic Mauriello
4. A request for a conditional use permit to allow for a temporary structure to be erected for
the purpose of selling seasonal plant products, located at 2154 S. Frontage
Road/(Conoco), generally located at:
THAT PORTION OF THE SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 81 WEST
OF THE 6TH P.M., EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO, WHICH BEGINS AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH-
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Agcnda last rcvised 5/ 14/97 9 am
EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NO. 70, WHICH POINT OF BEGINNING
LIES S86° 14'22"W A DISTANCE OF 1200.64 FEET AND N48'00'57"E A DISTANCE OF 380.04 FEET OF
'THE SE CORNER OF SAID SECTION 11, THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY N44°01'05"E A
DISTANCE OF 190.0 FT., THENCE S45°58'55"E A DISTANCE OF 229.50 FEET, THENCE N85°36'13"W A
• ' " ~ '-'DISTANCE OF 297.94 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING."TRACT CONTAINING 0.500 AC. " • Applicant: Jane Mack
Planner: Tammie Williamson
TABLED UNTIL JUNE 9, 1997
5. A request for a worksession to discuss a conditional use permit, to allow for the
construction of the Alpine Garden Education Center, located at 620 Vail Valley
Drive/Tract A, Vail Village 7th Filing.
Applicant: Vail Alpine Garden Foundation
Planner: George Ruther
TABLED UNTIL JUNE 9, 1997
6. A request for an interior remodel, utilizing the 250 Ordinance, located at 120 Willow
Bridge Road, Unit 5-K/Lot K, Block 5E, Vail Village 1 st Filing.
Applicant: Stanley and Cecelia Schocket, represented by Kyle Webb
Planner: Dirk Mason
` STAFF APPROVED
7. A request for a worksession to discuss amending the Town of Vail Zoning Code to
create a new zone district (PA-1).
Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc. represented by Gordon Pierce
Planner: George Ruther
WITHDRAWN
8. A request for a worksession to discuss amending the official Town of Vail Zoning Map to
rezone the Austria Haus property, located at 242 East Meadow Drive/Part of Tract C, Vail
Village 1 st Filing, to PA-1.
Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc. represented by Gordon Pierce
Planner: George Ruther
WITHDRAWN
9. Information Update
10. Approval of May 12, 1997 minutes.
The applications and information about the proposals are available for public inspection during
regular office hours in the project planner's office located at the Town of Vail Community
Development Department, 75 South Frontage Road.
Sign language interpretation available upon request with 24 hour notification. Please call 479-2114 voice or 479-2356
TDD for information.
Community Development Department
Published May 16, 1997 in the Vail Trail.
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t9AY-07-97 06:25 FROt4.TOV-C014-UE~/-U6PT. IU 9709792452 1'F+V6 S. l.:
(C) . In Development Areas A and 8 the following conditional uses shall be permilted,
Subject to issuance of a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter
18.60 of the muniCipol code:
(1) Public utili!y and public seroice use5:
Public bwldin9S, grounds, and tacilit;es:
(:3) PubliC or private school5: (11) Pubiic park and recreation raciiiGes:
(5) Meeting rooms.
(D) In Uevelopment Areas A and B the following accessory uses shall be permilted:
(1) Indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, including, but not limited to,
swimming p0o15, tennis court5, handball and squash court
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o~'s~u~aG`on::
f~^ ftta!~L and similar recreational tacilities.
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HOme OCCUpations, subject to issuance of a Hpme OccupaAOn Permit in
uccord with ing provisions of SeCIion 18.58.130 of tne municipal code.
(3) Otlier u5e5 Customarily incidental and acCessOry t0 permitted Or
conditional uses. and necessary tor the operation thgreof.
SECTION 7 - Dev(;lopmgnt Standards.
The follvwiiiy development standards have been Submitted to the Pldnning and
Envirpnmental Commission (or its consideration and recommendations and are hereby approved
by the Town Council; these Standards shali be incorporated in the Approved Development Plan
pertingnt to eacli Cevelor)ment Area io proteci the integriry of the development of SDD No. 5; the
tollowing are the mii?imum developmeni standards and shall apply unless more restrictive
standards are inaurporated in the Approved Deveiopment Pian. Development Area A may be '
modified provided that no such modification shall increase the discrepancy between the structure
or 5ite improvein^,nts and the development starddrds sel lorth in (hi5 OrdinanGe.
(A1 Lo; :1rea - Developmenr Area B shali consist of approximately 6.3 acres.
(3) Setbacks - i ne reyuired setbacks shail be as ir.dicated on the Approveci
Development P(an, beirtg a minimum of 20 teet from dny perimeter Droperty line of tne tota+ sirg.
(C) Uistar:ce 8atween 6uildings - The minimum distances beNveen ail buildings on the
s•;e shall be as indiCated on ihe kpprGved Development Plan.
(D; i iJght - T';e rraximvrn ne:ght o'. ali b:;ilcings shalf be 45 feet, with the exceotion
?dge 5 of iZ o:d',r.ar.ce No.iO, Series cE i957
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning and Environmental Commission
FROM: Community Development Department
DATE: May 19, 1997
RE: A request to review and make a recommendation to the Town Council on the
proposed pubiic view corridor methodology and criteria for the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan Study Area.
Applicant: Town of Vail: Community Development, Public Works, and
Community Information
9. BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPYION OF THE REQUEST
Enclosed for your review is the memo presented to the Town Council on May 6 outlining the results
of Stage 2 and introducing Stage 3 of the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan Process.
Attached is a copy of the consultant's memo regarding the proposed public view corridor
methodology and criteria for the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan. The proposed criteria is
similar to that which was used for the Vail Village public view corridors (Section 18.73 View
Corridors, attached for reference), which establishes criteria for adding view corridors. The criteria
is proposed to be adopted by Town Council at its May 20, 1997 meeting. Following adoption and
application of the criteria by staff and the consultant, there will be several public forums for review
of the potential public view corridors in Lionshead. The following is the schedule adopted by Town
Council on May 6:
? On June 3 and June 8 there will be public walking tours to review potential view corridors.
> June 4- 15, self-guided walking tours to review potential view corridors.
? On June 15, a public forum will be held for the community to indicate their preferences for public view
corridors to be included in the Lionshead Redevelopment Master Plan.
? On June 23, staff and consultant will return to the PEC to review and make a recommendation to the
Town Council on the preferred public view corridors.
? On June 24, Council will review the proposed view corridors and the PEC recommendations.
Designation of public view corridors in Lionshead, if any, is proposed to occur on July 1.
> Final adoption of public view corridors in Lionshead, if any, is proposed to occur in Stage 5
(Approximately Fall 1997).
Il. STAFF FiECOftNiWENDATION
Staff recommends that the PEC make a recommendation of approval to the Town Council on the
proposed methodology and criteria for evaluating potential public view corridors for the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Plan Area.
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Consultant Mcmorandum
Proposed Criteria and Methodology of View Corridor Selection and Adoption
_ _Lionshead Master Plan
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May 19, 1997
In the May 6°' Town of Vail Council meeting, t11e Stage III schedule and actions of the Lionshead Master
Plan were approved by the Town Council. One segment of the schedule for Stage III is the identification
and adoption of public view corridors. Below is a summary of the issues this memo addresses:
1. Purpose of identifying and adopting public view corridors;
II. The Proposed Criteria for selecting public view corridor candidates;
III. The Proposed method for prioritizing the field of view corridor candidates;
IV. The Proposed method for selection and designation of public view corridors that do not currently
exist, and could be created by future redevelopment with the Lionshead Study Area.
The Lionshead Master Plan team proposes that the existing Town of Vail View Corridor ordinance be used
in its entirety for the selection and designation of public view corridors in Lionshead.
1. Purpose of identifying and designating public view corridors
In chapter 18.73 "View Corridors", Section 18.73.010, of existing Town of Vail Code, the following
purposes for public view corridors are listed:
A. The protection and perpetuation of certain mountain views and other significant views from various
pedestrian public ways within the Town will foster civic pride and is in the public interest of the Town;
B. It is desiraUle to designate, preserve and perpetuate certain views for the enjoyment and environmental
enrichment for the residents and guests of the town;
C. The preservation of such views will strengthen and preserve the Town's unique environmental heritage
and attributes;
D. The preservation of such views will enhance the aesthetic and economic vitality and values of the Town;
E. The preservation of such views is intended to promote design which is compatible with the surrounding
natural and built environment, and is intended to provide for natural light to buildings and in public
spaces in the vicinity of the view corridors;
F. The preservation of such views will' include certain focal points such as the Clock Tower and the
Rucksack Tower, which serve as prominent landmarks within the Vail Village and contribute to the
cominunity's unique sense of place.
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II. Proposed criteria for selecting public view corridor candidates
In chapter 18.73 "View Corridors", Section 18.73.050, paragraph C.1, of existing Town of Vail
Code, the following criteria are listed for the selection of public view corridors:
A. That the proposed view corridor or boundary amendment protects and perpetuates a view or views from
public pedestrian areas, public ways, or public spaces within the town which foster civic pride and are in
the public interest for the Town of Vail;
B. That the proposed view corridor or boundary amendment protects and enhances the town's attraction to
~ residents, guests, and property owners;
C. That the proposed view corridor or boundary amendment protects a view which is commonly recognized
and has inherent qualities which make it more valuable to the town than other more common views.
In addition to the above criteria, it is important to consider the potential impact a proposed view
corridor could have on the development potential of surrounding properties. While this will be a
. consideration.dur.ing the Stage_III process of identifying and designating the view corridors, if any, it will be
very important during the Stage V process of actually adopting the new view corridors into Town code.
This issue is specified'in Chapter 18.73 "View Corridors", Section 18.73.050; paragraph A.3.a of existing
Town of Vail Code.
111. Proposed encthocl ffor prioa-etizing 4ield of veew corridor candidates
In order to provide the public, PEC, and Council with criteria for evaluating the view corridor
candidates, it is proposed that "critical attributes" be described for each potential view corridor. These
attributes will be important in determining which views, or which part of a view, not only fulfills the criteria
set forth in the existing ordinance, but also possesses superior visual quality worthy of protection. The
attributes defined for each view will be classified as follows:
1. Critical- Any portion of a view defned as "critical" is such that without it the view would be
lost. This is the portion of a view that would be recommended for formal adoption into Town
code during stage V of the Master Plan process, and no encroachment into this area of a view
would be allowed without going through the amendment process outlined in existing town code.
2. Contributing- These are areas of the view that while having some importance, are not critical to
the preservation of the view and will not be recommended to be part of the formally adopted
view corridor.
The design attributes that will be classified for each view could include, but are not necessarily
limited to, the following:
1. roreground- Elements of the view immediately in front of the view, such as the roof of a
building, the closest tree line, or an open pedestrian area.
2. Middleground- Elements of the view beyond the foreground, but in front of the horizon, such as
the ski runs when looking towards Vail Mountain.
3. Backgrou?ad- The horizon, or farthest elements in the view. A good example of background is
the peaks of the Gore Range when looking east up the valley.
4. Edges- Edges are often the most important defining elements of a view, and constitute the
changes between foreground/ middleground/ and background, or any other change in color or
texture in the view, such as the edge between the white snow of a ski run and the green of the
adjacent trees.
5. Color/ Texture- The variations and types of color and texture in a view has a great impact on the
quality of the view, and are also instrumental in defining edges. A view corridor that was chosen
because of the visual quality of its color and texture could possibly be impacted by a
development projects lighting, color scheme, or location.
6. Landmarks/ Specific Elements- These are specific identifiable elements in a view, either natural
or built, that have special significance to the residents and guests of Lionshead. Examples could
be the gondola lift line, ski runs, the clock tower, or any other element that provides a sense of
location, direction, or identity to Lionshead.
IV. Proposed method for selecting and designating public view corridors that do not currently exist.
. Due to the fact that the existing Town of.Vail code does not make pro.vision for the.selection o.f view
corridors where a view does not currently exist (such as being blocked by a structure), and due to the fact
tfiat the Lionshead Masfer Plan deals with issues of potential large scale redevelopment where new view corridors could be created, the following is proposed:
1. According to the public view corridor selection criteria articulated above, any potential future
public view corridor that fulfills these criteria, if any, should be designated by the Town Couilcil,
and with appropriate mapping and visual documentation, be recorded in the Lionsllead Master
Plan.
2. Upon adoption of the Lionshead Master Plan by the Town Council, and upon application for
redevelopment by a property affected by the designated fiiture view corridor, the extent to which
the applicant creates the future public view corridor described in the master plan be a
consideration for approval or disapproval of the application by the Town.
3. If the redevelopment application is approved by Council, and upon completion of the
redevelopment project, the new view corridor be surveyed and formally adopted according to
existing Town code.
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ZONIMIG .
md approvecl by the Community Development ' Depart-
ment. .
pon receiving the necessary approvals pursuant to this
E. U
Clhapter, the applicant shall 'proceed with the'securing of a bimilding penmit prior to beginnina the construction of
: . a~ditional CiRFA. .
F. Amy decisions of the Community Development Depart- _ mr-nt staff pursuant to tIiis Chapter may be appealed by
- a-ny applicant in accordance with the provisions of Section
_18.66.030 of the Vail Municipal Code. (Ord. 6(1995) § 4:
.0~rd. 4(1985) § 1) . .
18.71o05m Eligibilityo
7rn addition to all other criteria set forth in this. Chapter,
any dxvellinj unit shall be eligible for additional GR_FA. pursu-
ant to this Section that is in existence as of NTovember 30, 1995 or a coanpleted Design Revie~~v Board application 'for the origi-
nal corgstruction of a dwelling has been accepted by the Conl-
munity JDevelopment Department by November 30, 1995. (Ord.
.6(1995-
§ 5: Ord. 36(1988) § 5) Chapfer 18073
VIE'6V CORRIDORS
Sectio]Xso
18e7'3e010* Purpose 18e73a020 Definfltions
18o73e030 JLfmagagfons On Construcfiom
l80'730~~0 AdoJptimrn Of Vaew Corriciors ' .
18o73a050 A.mendffients
18a73b060 ' Encroachments 7Co Existing Vaew cCorriciors
A8o73a070 Nonconformyng Structures . .
18o73e08m Hegght Lxmi$ations .
` 18o'73e09m . Fees . . ' (Vai11I-95) 49$-22 .
VIEW CORRIDORS
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. ' 18e73.010 Purpose: .
The Town believes that preserving certain vistas is in the
interest of the Town's residents and guests. Specifically, the
Town believes that: . A. The protection and perpetuation of. certain mountain views
and other significant views from various pedestrian public
ways within the Town will: foster civic pride and is in the
public interest of the Town;
B. It 'is desirable to designate, preserve and perpetuate cer-
tain views for the enjoyment and environmental enrich-
ment for the residents and guests of the Town;
C. The preservation of such views will strengthen and pre- .
serve the Town's unique environmental heritage and
attributes; . , .
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498-22a (vait 11-95)
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D. The preservation of such views will enhance the aesthetic and
. economic vitality and values of the town;
- E. 'I'he preservation of such views is intended to promote design
which is compatible vvith the surrounding natural and built
environment, and is intended to provide for natural light to
buildings and in public spaces in the vicinity of the view
corridors;
F. 'I'he preservation of such views will include certain focal points
such as the Clock Tower and Rucksack Tower, which serve as
prominent landmarks within Vail Village and contribute'to the
community's unique sense of place.
(Ord. 18(1992) § 1 (part).)
118.730020 T)efinitions. For ttle purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall be
defined as shown below:
A. "Structune" means anything permanently constructed or erected
with a fixed location including, but not limited to, new.
, buildings, building expansions, decks, mechanical equipment;
vents, ducts, satellite dishes, fences, stop lights, light poles,
signs, utility poles, sky lights or any similar object.
B. "View point origination" means the survey pin, called out as the
instrument in each legal description defining a view corridor
toundary9 which is the basis for each view corridor.
(Ord. 1_8(1992).§1 (part).)
~
. 180710030 b.imitagions on constructions.
IVo part of a structure shall be permitted to encroach into any
view corridor set forth in this ordinance unless an eneroachment is
approved in accordance with Section 18.73.060 of this chapter.
(Ord. 18(1992) § 1 (part).)
18>73o040 Adoption of vieav corridorse
Photographs on record with the community development
department and the following legal descriptions are hereby
approved and adopted as official view corridors protecting views
. 498-23
(Vail 9-29-92)
4 j ZOI V 3 . + . .
within the town. The photographs taken represent the boundaries
. defined by the legal descriptions. The camera used to take the
photographs was held 5.4 feet above the instrument, which is
approximate eye level for most adults. A 35 millimeter camera was
used for each photograph; however, once developed, some
photographs were cropped or enlarged to improve the graphic
representation of each view corridor. .
A. View Point #1. A view from the south side of the Vail
Transportation Center from the main pedestrian stairway
looking toward the Clock Tower, 232 Bridge Street, the
Rucksack Tower, 280 Bridge Street, and beyond to the ski
slopes;
Purpose - To protect the views of Vail Mountain, views of Vail
Village and to maintain the prominence and views of the Clock
Tower and Rucksack Tower as seen fmm the central staircase of the
Transportation Center.
Instrument - View Point #1 - a 2" diameter brass disc, marked
V.P: 1 on stair landing between L.evels 2 and 3 of Vail Village
Parking structure.
Backsiglit - CW 1/16 comer of Section 8.
_ Heigllt of Survey Transit Above View Point #1 - 5.4 feet.
Horizontal Zenith
Ang1e Anle Foresight Poim on PhoGo as of 2!7/92
348°51'10" 77°21'30" A -4ncersection of the horizon with a ver-
tical`line defined by the southwest corner
of the sixth floor deck enclosure on the
Mountain Haus, 292 E. Meadow Drive
348°30'10" 87°11'30" B1 - uppermost railing of the southwest
camer of the balcony on the fourth floor of
the Mounta.in Haus, 292 E. Meadow Drive
355°23'00" 87°37'40" B2 - e.ast end of the Red Lion roof ridge,
304 Bndge Street
498-24 (Vail 9-29-92)
VIEW CORRIDORS Horizontal Zenith* n~ gle Ang]e Faresight Point on Photo as of 2/7/92
357°39'44" 87°40'43" B3 - intersection of the Red Lion roof ridge
with the southeast corner of the Rucksack
Tawer, 280 Bridge Street
357°57'S9" 88°2722" B4 - northeast corner of the base of the
Rucksack Tower, 280 Bridge Street
004°OS'19" 89°I6'42" CI - intersection of the Gallery Building,
225 Gore Creek Drive, with the northeast
corner of the Clock Tower; immediately
. below the balcony
004°39'58" 89°16'33" C2 - western end of fascia board on Gallery
. Building
004°47'18" 89°41'44" C3 - intersection of the sloping roof of ihe
. Gallery Building with the ridge line of the
Ciock Tower Building, which extends west
006°59'll" 89°42'12" D - intersection of the Clock Tower
Building roof and the northwest corner of
ttve Clock Tower
012°25'S6" 87°3.9'O1" E- peak. of the Plaza Lodge vent chase,
` 232 Bridge Street
027°08'S4" 87028'43" F- intersection of the northside. of roof,
Gasthof Gramshammer Building, 231 East
Gore Creek Drive, with lhe east side of
two large trees
. 031°53'27" 76°26'35" G- intersection of the horizonline on Vail IVlouneain with the vertical line defined by
ehe top of the western, very large pine tree
wmt of Point F
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B. View Point #2. A view from upper Bridge Street looking toward the ski slopes between 228 Bridge Street, the Golden
Peak Building, and 311 Bridge Street, the Hill Building;
Purpose - To protect views of the ski runs and ski base area as ,
seen from upper Bridge Street.
Instrument - View Point #2 - a#6 rebar with a 2 1/2" diameter
aluminum cap marked V.P. 2(PLS 16827) set in an aluminum
monument box in Bridge Stre-et in front of the Red Lion Building,
344 Bridge Smeet. .
Backsight - View Point #4 - a#6 rebar with a 2 1/2" diameter
aluminum cap marked V.P. 4(PLS 16827) set in an aluminum
. monument box, in the brick pavers, approximately 8 feet from the
entrance to Frivolous Sal's, located near the northeast comer of One
Vail Place Building, 244 Wall Stneet.
He'ight of Survey Transit A.bove View Point #2 - 5.4 feet.
Horizontal Zenith
Angle Angie Foresight Point on Photo as of 1 l/15/91
289°25'48" 74°28'18" A- northwest corner of third floor balcony
roof of Golden Peak IIuilding
290°58'll" 89°58'00" B- PK nail in top of che 24 inch tall
. retaining wall on west side of Golden Peak
House, 1 foot east from west edge of
planter wall, and 10 feet west from the
west face of the building
300°32'46" 92°OS'34" C1 - top of south end of ski lockers, which
are on railing
301°35'24" 83031'08" C2 - southeast corner of top deck ra.il on
Hill Build.ing . . . ,
303°32'24" . 73°38'55" I} - southeast corner of brick chimney on Hill Building
C. Reserved.
498-26 .
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D. iliew Point #4. A view from the northeast corner of 244 Wall
Street, the One Vail Place Building, looking over the roofs of
304 Bridge Street, the Red Lion Building, and 356 Hanson
Ranch Road, the Christiania Lodge, toward the Gore Range.
Purpose - To protect views of the Gore Range as seen from the
alley between Founders Plaza and Seibert Circle.
Ynstrument - View Point #4 - a#6 rebar with a 2 1C2" diameter
aluminum cap marked V.P. 4(PLS 16827) set in an aluminum
monwnent box, in the brick pavers; approximately 8 feet from the
entrance to Frivolous Sal's, located in the northeast comer of the
One Vail Place Building, 244 Wall Street.
. lBacksight - View Point #2 - a#6 rebar with a 2 1/2" diameter
aluminum cap marked V.P. 2(PLS 16827) set in an aluminum
monument box in Bridge Street in front of the Red Lion Building.
Heiglit of Survey 7Cransit A.bade VieNv I'oinf. #4 - 5.4 feet.
Horizontal Zenith
nA g]e Angle. F4resight Ppin[ on Photo as of 1 l/15/91
343°56'S3" 62024'10" A- south.fascia board of third floor roof of
Plaza Lodge Building, 281 - 293 Bridge
S treet
348°37'OS" 73°OS'43" B- intersection of upper and second floor
roof lines of Plaza Lodge Building
352°55'25" 73°3426" C- south end of peak of second floor gable
. of Plaza Lodge Building
352°31'OS" 79°244-4" D- eastern edge of second floor gable roof
of Plaza Ladge Building
352°13'16" 79°24'S5" _ E- intersecdon of second floor roof fascia
and southeast corner of Plaza Lodge
Building
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Horizontal Zenith ' Angle An_gle , Foresieht Point on Photo as of 11/15/91
352°13'14" 84°4-4'25" - F- intersection of southeast corner of
building and top edge of first floor fascia of
. . Plaza Lodge Building .
354°30'20" 86°13'30" G- top of southeasterly corner of first
floor fascia of Plaza Lodge Building
354°47'22" 86°07'58 H- intersection of south edge of Reci Lion .
chimney and upper Red Lion roof line
358°21'46" 85°17'48" T- peak of upper Red Lion roof line
359°04'31 85°30'36" J- intersection of upper Red Lion roof line .
and northerly roof line of the Christiania
000°16'55" 84°36'S6" K- peak of northerly roof line of the
Christiania
001°59'47" 84°36'56" L- intersection of northerly roof peak and .
southerly roof line of the Christiania
003°OS'44" 83°3242" M- northwesterly corner of second floor
balcony on Hill Building
0060233 1 83°33'S2" N- intersection of top of second floor bal-
r cony rail and brick wall on Hill Building
005°32'14" 67°54'S8" O- northwest corner of top of fascia on
third floor roof of Hill Building '
E. View Point #5. A view of the Gore Range from Hanson Ranch
Road just east of the Mill Creek Bricige and south of 302 Gore
Creek Drive, the Mill Creek Court Bu'ilding;
Purpose - To protect views of the Gore Range as seen from
` Hanson Ranch Road and East Gore Creek Drive.
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Irt~strument =View Point #5 - a#6 rebar with 2 1/2" diameter
aluminum cap marked V.P. 5(PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument box in Hanson Ranch Road in front of the Mill Creek
Court Building,
Backsight -#4 rebar with aluminum cap (LS 2568) in iron
"Landmark" monument box marking centerline of Hanson Ranch
Road - box is just. west of Mill Creek in front of the Cyrano's
Bvilding at 298 Hanson Ranch Road.
Height of Survey Transit Above `6View Point #5 - 5.4 feet.
Horizontal Zenith .
r~~ lg e Angle Foresight Point on Photo a.s of 1 l/1 S/91
199°03'06" 81°2349" A- intersection of southerly utility pole
with ridge line
2(}4°06'43" 85°10'40" B1 - intersection of northerly extension of
Garden of the Gods Building, roofline with
hillside ridge line
206°00'02" 85°10'40" B2 - northern end of roofline of the Garden
of the Gods Building, 365 Vail Valley
Drive
208012'53" 85010'40" C1 - intersection of southerly extension of
the Garden of the Gods building roofline
and the Villa Valhalla roofline, 360
Hanson Ranch Road
~
208°33'36" 84°55'S0" C2 - northwest comer of the Villa Valhalla
at roof fascia
210041'41 84°O1'47" *D - intersection of top of the Villa .
Valhalla roof fascia and the upward exten-
sion of the norch edge of the trim on the
window column
210041'41" 8200 1'5 1" E- the upward extension of the north edge
of ehe erirra on the window column on the
Villa Valhalla co a point above the horizon
498-29
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F. View Point #6. A view looking east to the Gore Range from
Gore Creek Drive between retail shops at 174 Gore Creek
Drive, the Lodge at Vail, and 193. Gore Creek drive, the Gore
Creek Plaza Building projecting east w the Gore Range. .
Purpose - To protect views of the Gore Range as seen from the
Gore Creek Drive Area.
Instrument - View Point #6 - a#6 rebar with 2 1/2" diameter
aluminum cap marked V.P. 6(PLS 16827) set in an aluminum
monument box in Gore Creek Drive in front of the Gore Creek
Plaza Building.
Backsight - a#6 rebar with a 2 1/2" diameter aluminum cap
marked V.P. 6 B.S. (PLS 16827) set in an aluminum monument
box in Gore Creek Drive near the southwest comer of Pepi's deck.
Height of Survey 'I'ransit Above View Point #6 - 5.4 feet.
" Horizoncal Zenith
Ang)c~ Anle Foresi.ght Point on Photo as of 11/I5191
356°08'35" 81°02'17" A- point on horizon lef[ of the-chimney
on Gasthof Gramshammer roof, 231 East
Gore Creek Drive
356°55'02" 83002'06" B- intersection of soueheast edge of chim-
ney and Gasthof Gramshammer s roofline
000°31'36" 82°54'27" C'- .southern end of gable on Gasthof
. Gramshammer's roof
001°48'10" 85°17'34" I31 - intersection of northerly extension of
Gorsuch Building's roof line and Gasthof
Gramshammer's roof, 231 East Gore Creek `
Drive
003°14'42" 85°17'40" D2 - north end of Garsuch Building's roof
007°56'03" 85°11'32" D3 - south end of Gorsuch Build.ing's roof
498-30
(Vail 9-29-92)
- • • VIEW CORRLDORS Horizoncal Zenith Angle AnQie Foresight Point on Photo as of I1/15191
013°30'31" 85°11'32". E- intersection of southerly extension of
Gorsuch Building's roof line and brick
pilIar on Lazier Arcade Building/Wall
Street Building, 225 Wall Street
013°3$'14" 78°48'35" F- intersection of face of stucco and eve
line on Lazier Arcade Build.ing/Wall Street
Building
012°55'17" 78014'5 1" G - eop of fascia on northeast corner of
,/'Vall Street
roof on Lazier Arcade Buildinv
Building
- 014044'21 73°13'39" H- top of roof on Lazier Arcade Build-
ing/Wall Street Building
(Qrd. 18(1992) § 1 (part).)
J18e73v050 A.mendments.
An amendment of the regulations of this chapter, including a
request to add a new view corridor, delete an existing view
corridor, or amend t.he boundazy of an existing view corridor, may
be initiated by the town council on its own motion, by the planning
and environmental commission on its own motion, or by
application of any r6sident or property owner in the town, or by the
• director of the community development department or his/her
designee. A. Application informarion for amendments. An application for the
. amendment of the provisions of this chapter including the
addition of a new view corridor, the deletion of an existing .
view corridor or an amendment to the boundary of an existing
view `corridor shallbe'filed- with th-e-community development
. department on a form to be prescribed by the director of the
community development department. 'I'he application shall
. include the following information: .
~ 1. A su.mmary or description of the proposed amendment.
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2. A photograph of the proposed view to be protected if the
application is to add a new view corridor or amend the
boundary of an existing view corridor. The point used as
the view point origination and the height of the camera
. above existing grade or pavement at the time the
photograph was taken shall be identified. The photograph
orphotographs shall be marked to show the proposed view
ccrridor boundary or shall be marked to show the proposed
improvements in relation to existin; improvements and .
existing view corridor boundaries.
3. The community development department may require
rriodels, overlays, sketches, or other submittal requirements
ta show: .
(a) For a new view corridor, the potential impact the new
view corridor could have on the development potential
. of surrounding pmperties; or
(b) For a modif cation to a view corridor boundary, the
potential impact the change would have upon the
protected view corridor.
4. N2mes and addresses of the property owners whose
de.velopment potential, as set forth in Chapter 18 of the
Tawn of Vail Municipal Code on the date the application is
received by the community development department, may
te-- increased or decreased by the proposed view corridor or
by the proposed modification to ihe existing view corridor.
5. If the application is to.,add a new view corridor or amend
thc boundary of an existing view corridor, the applicant
shall submit a legal descnption of the new view corridor or
r the amended boundary prepared in the same forinat as those
se.tL forth in Secrion 18.13.440 of this chapter and any other
su.,rvey information deemed necessary by the community
development department thirty days prior to the final PEC
purblic hearing.
6. An, application for an amendment may require review by
comsultants other than towri"staff. Should a determination be: made by the town staff that an outside consultant is
needed to review an amendment applicarion, the community dewelopment department shall obtain the appmval of the
to,,wn council for the hiring of such a consultant. Upon 498-32 (Vail 9-29-92))
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approval of the town council to hire an outside consultant,
. the community development department shall estimate the
amount of money necessary to pay the outside consultant,
and this amount shall be forwarded to the town by the ap- plicant at the time the amendment applicarion is submitted to
the community development department. Upon completion
of the review of the application by the consultant, any of
the funds forwarded by the applicant for payment of the
consultznt which have not been paid to the consultant, shall
be retumed to the applicant. Expenses incurred by the town
in excess of the amount forwarded by the applicant shall be
paid to the town by the applicant within thirty days of
notification by the town.
B. 1Vodce and hearing procedure.
1. LTpon the filing of an application for an amendment to this
_ chapter, or upon initiation of an amendment by the town
council, pianning and environmental commission, or com-
munity development director, the community development
director or his designee shall set a date for a public hearing
before the planning and environmental commission. Subse-
quent to the hearing, the plaruung and environmental com-
mission shall make a recommendation for approval or
denial to the town council. After considering the plaruling
and environmental commission's recommendation, the
town council shall make a final determination on the
amendment at a public hearing by ordinance.
2. Notice for, the public hearing before the planning and
environmental commission shall be given to the property
~ owners designated in Section 18.73.050 A,4 or Section
18.73.060 A.,2 in accordance with Section 18.66.080 of
this code and the hearing shall be conducted in conformity
vvith Section 18.66.090 of this code. .
C. Criteria for amendments. The town council shall only approve
; an amendment to this chapter adding a new view corridor,
deleting an existing view comdor, or amending the boundary
of an existing view corridor if the amendment complies with the
golicies and goals of the applicable elements of the Vail I.and
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. Use Plan, town policies, and urban design guide plans and
other adopted master plans, and meets all of the following .
criteria:
1. If the request is to add a new view corridor or to amend the
" boundary of an existing view cozridor in such a way which
expands an existing view corridor:
(a) That the proposed view corridor or [he boundary
amendment protects and perpetuates a view or views
from public pedestrian areas, public ways, or public
spaces within the town which foster civic pride and are
. i.n the public interest for the Town of Vail;
(b) Ttlat the proposed view corridor or bqundary
amendment protects and enhances the town's attraction
to residents, guests and property owners;
(c) That the proposed view corridor or boundary amend-
ment protects a view which is commonly recognized
and has inherent qualities which make it more valuable
to the town than other more common views.
2. Tf the amendlnent is to amend the boundary of an existing
v'iew corridor in such a way which reduces the existing
view corridor or is to repeal an existing view corridor:
(a) That the boundary amendment or repeal will not reduce
or eliminate any view or views from public pedestrian
areas, public ways, or public spaces within the town
which foster civic pride and are in the public interest
for the Town. of Vail;
(b) That the boundary amendment or repeal will not reduce
- the town's attraction to residents, guests, and property
owners nor be detrimental to ihe enjoyment of public
pedestrian areas, public ways, public spaces or public
views.
(c) That the boundary amendment or regeal will not
diminish the integrity or quality, nor compromise the
original purpose of the existing view. corridor.
(Ord. 18(1992) § 1 (part).)
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18e73v060 Encroacliments into existing view corri-
dorse
An application for approval to encroach into an existing view
corridor may be iniriated by the town council on its own motion, by
the planning and environmental commission on its own motion, or
by application of any resident or property owner in the town, or by
the directoa- of community development department or his/her
designee.
A. Application information for encroachments. An application for
an enc:roachment shall be filed with the community devel-
opmen$ depamnent on a form to be prescribed by the director of
the community development department. The applicadon shall
include the following information:
1. A summary or descriprion of the proposed encroachment.
2. Names and addresses of property owners located within
. five hundred feet of the pmposed encmachment.
3. Photographs of the existing view corridor. The photo-
graphs shall be marked with tape to identify the existing
view corridor boundaries, and shall show the proposed
encroachment. The photographs shall be taken from the
view point origination at the same height as identified in the
legal descriptions in Section 18.73.040.
4. 'Ihe community development department may require
models, overlays, sketches or other submittal requirements
to shodv how the prnposed encroachment could impact the
protected view corridor.
5. An application for an encmachment may requine review by
carisultants other than town staff. Should a determination
be made by the town staff that an outside consultant is
needed to review an encroachment application, the com-
munity development depamnent shall obta.in the approval of
th.e towri council for the hiring of such a consultant. LJpon .
approval of the town council to hire an outside consultant,
. the community development department shall estimate the
arnount of money necessary to pay the outside consultant,
and this amount shall be forwarded to the town by the
applicant at the time the encroachment is submitted to the
cammunity development department: Upon completion of
. the review of the application by the consultant, any of the
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funds forwarded by the applicant for payment of the
cansultant which have not been paid to the consultant, shall
be retumed to the applicant. Expenses incurred by the town
in excess of the amount forwarded by ihe applicant shall be
paid to the town by the applicant within thirty days of
, notification by the town.
B. Nlotice~ and hearing procedure. Notice and hearing on an appli-
cation for an encroachment into an'existing view carridor shall
be in accordance- with Section 18.73.050B of this chapter.
C. Criteria for encroachment. No encroachment into an existing
view - corridor shall be permitted unless the applicant
demonstrates by clear and convincing evidence that the
encroachment meets all of the following criteria: . I . lfiat the literal enforcement of Section 18.73.030 would
preclude a reasonable development of a proposed structure
on the applicant's land.
2. That the development of the structure proposed by the
applicant would not be su.ch as to defeat the purposes of
this chapter.
3_ That the development proposed by the applicant would not be detrimental to the enjoyment of public pedestrian areas,
public ways, public spaces, or public views.
4_ That the development proposed by the applicant complies
with applicable elements of the Vail Land Use Plan, town
palicies, urban design guide plans, and other adapted
master plans. -
5. That the proposed structure will not diminish the integrity
or quality nor compromise the original purpose of the
r preserved view.
(Ord. 18(1992) § 1 (part).)
18.73.07(~ Nonconforming structures.
A. Any structure which presently encroaches into an existing view carridor which was lawfully authorized by ordinances or regulations existing prior to the effective date of this ordinance
m3y continue. However, such eneroachments will be
encouraged to be removed as part of any remodeling or reeonst.ruction of the structure. In the case of cercain focal .
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paints, such as the Clock Tower and Rucksack Tower, the
town recognizes their importance to the character of Vail Villabe
a.nd to the quality of the urban design of Vail Village.
Notwithstanding their nonconforming status, the town does not
encourage their removal. .
B., Structures lawfully established prior to the effective date of the
chapter codified in this chapter may be modified provided that
such modification does not cause ttie structure to encroach into
a view corridor to a greater extent in- any dimension or
. : configuration, specifically height, width or mass, than the
existing structure. C. ~Nonconforming structures may be maintained and repaired as
. necessary for the convenient, safe, or efficient operation or use
provided that no such maintenance or repaii- shall cause the
structure to encmach into a view comdor to a greater extent in
any dimension or conf guration, specifically height, width, or
. mass, than the structune encroached prior to such maintenance
and repair.
D. Restoration: Whenever a nonconforming structure which does
not conform with the pmvisions of this chapter is destroyed by
fire or other calamity, by act of God, or by the public enemy,
its use may be resumed or the stn.icture may be restored pro-
vided the restoration is commenced wittvn one year and dili-
gently pursued to completion. The structure after such restora-
tion shall not encmach into a view corridor to a greater extent in
any dimension or configuration, specifically height, width, or
mass, than the encroachment which existed prior to destruction.
(Ord. 18(1992) § 1 (part).)
180730080 gieight flirxiitation>
gf the gnaximum height allowed in any zone district within the
tovvai differs from the height pennitted by a view corridor, the more
restrictive height lunitation shall apply. (Ord. 18(1992) § 1(part).)
180730090 Feeso
'g'he gown council shall by inotion establish a view application
fee suff cient to cover the cost of town staff time and other expenses
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MIiVUTES
° VAIL TOWfV COUNCIL fViEETING
April 1, 1997 .
7:30 P.M.
A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was held on Tuesday, April 1, 1997, in the Council Chambers of the Vail
Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at approximately 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Sybill iVavas, Mayor Pro-tem
Kevin Foley
Rob Ford
Paul Johnston
Ludwig Kurz
. Robert W. Armour, Mayor = - MEMBERS ABSEIVT: Michael Jewett
TOWN OFFICIALS PRESEiVT: Bob McLaurin, Town Manager
Pam Brandmeyer, Assistant Town Manager
Tom Moorhead, Town Attorney
Holly McCutcheon, Tovun Clerk
The first item of business was the Vail Youth Award Presentation. Paul Johnston explained that the purpose of the
award was to recognize local youth, and to give students a chance to experience resorts in other countries. The
award is given annually to high school juniors from Battle Mountain High School and Vail Mountain School. Paul
then introduced 1997 recipients, Alissa Ferri from the Vail Mountain School and Chad Sewell of Battle Mountain High
School. Both will participate in the youth exchange in Australia. Merv Lapin extended his appreciation to the Town
for making the program possible.
iVext Council members moved to the first item on the agenda, Citizen Participation, of which there was none.
Agenda item number tvo was Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1997, first reading, an ordinance amending Section
15.02.0200 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail to Provide for the Adoption of an Annual Elevator Inspection
Fee. Mayor Armour read the title in full. Town Building inspector Dan Staneck was present to answer any questions
from Council members. Town Attorney, Tom Moorhead stated it was appropriate to consider an increase in the
elevator permit fees, and that the building department recommended adopting those set forth by IVorthwest Colorado
Council of Governments. Such fee, he said were consistent with other provisions of the Town's Code. The fees,
once adopted, would be maintained with the schedule of construction fees in the building division of the Community
Development Department. Tom explained that fees would be adopted by reference, so that any future changes in
fee schedules could be approved by resolution. He said copies of the schedules would be maintained in the
appropriate department.
Sybill moved to approve Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1997 on first reading, and Paul Johnston seconded the motion.
A vote was then taken which passed unanimously, 6-0.
Item number ghPee was Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1997, first reading of an Ordinance Establishing a Traffic Offense
for Failure to Provide a Complying Policy or Certificate of Self-insurance. Mayor Armour read the title in full. Town
Attorney, Tom Moorhead presented the item and provided the following background: Council had directed the Town
Attorney to prepare a proof of insurance ordinance consistent with that provided in the State Model Traffic Code,
enabling violations of the ordinance to be prosecuted in the Town of Vail Municipal Court as opposed to County
District Court. Tom stated the staff recommendation was for approval of Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1997, on first
reading, and was recommended by Town Municipal Judge, Buck Allen, as well as Police Chief, Greg Morrison.
Sybill moved to approve Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1997 on first reading, with a second by Rob Ford. A vote was
then taken which passed unanimously, 6-0.
Fourth on the agenda was Resolution No. 13, Series of 1997, a Resolution Approving and Adopting the 1997 Ford
Park Management Plan, which amended the 1985 Ford Park and Donovan Park IViaster Plan. Mayor Armour read
the title in full. Town of Vail Staff on hand to answer questions included Assistant Town Manager, Pam Brandmeyer;
Public Works Director, Larry Grafel; Park Superintendent, Todd Oppenheimer; and Town Planner, George Ruther.
Larry Grafel and Todd Oppenheimer presented the item and stated that the 1997 Ford Park IVlaster Plan vvas
complete following a two year process which involved the participation of leaseholders and stakeholders, and was
facilitated by Town of Vail staff. Staff recommendation was for approval of Resolution No. 13, Series of 1997.
Todd Oppenheimer asked Council to consider final changes as discussed at an earlier work session, which included
0 Elimination of policy statement 13, listing the park as a potential location for a future community parking
structure;
0 Modification of policy statement 12 '
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Public input was heard by Jim Lamont on behalf of the East Village Homeowners Association, who thanked town staff
~ for the-hard work and effort that had gone into the process.
Sybill Navas moved to approve Resolution No. 13, Series of 1997, using the language contained in the draft dated
March 17, 1997, and the modifications as explained by Todd Oppenheimer. Kevin Foley seconded the motion and
a vote was taken which passed unanimously, 6-0. Mayor Armour then thanked town staff for their hard work.
Council then moved to agenda item number six, which was to vote for and appoint one member to the Local
Licensing Authority. Ballots vvere distributed and tallied, and Kevin Foley moved to appoint William F. (Bill) Bishop
to fill an unexpired term ending June, 1998. The motion was seconded by Paul Johnston. A vote was taken and
approved unanimoUsly, 6-0.
-Agenda item number seven to vote for and appoint two Art In Public Places board members was then discussed.
Ballots were distributed and tallied. Kevin Foley moved to reappoint Jim Cotter and to appoint Kathy Zaden to serve.
- three-year terms expiring in February, 2000, to the AIPP board. Rob Ford seconded the motion. A vote was then
taken which passed unanimously, 6-0. Mayor Armour thanked all of those who participated in submitting letters of
interest.
Agenda item number fiive was a discussion of the Seibert Circle Art in Public Places (AIPP) project. AIPP
Chairperson, Kathy Langenwalter and coordinator, Nancy Sweeney, presented the item. Council members were
asked to provide a recommendation for selection of an artist to design an art piece for Seibert Circle.
Kathy Langenwalter then provided gave a history of the project, and explained the process that had been undergone.
She said originally $13,000 had been paid to Winston & Associates for landscaping and design vvork at Seibert Circle,
and that Council had decided to move forward with a creation of an art piece that would draw upon the area's natural
beauty and history, would serve as a popular gathering place, and respect the desires of Vail founder Pete Seibert.
IVancy Sweeney recounted the selection process in detail, which included creation of goals, specific criteria and a
national call to artists, compiling and mailing of materials, and a process to put a selection jury in place that would
review responses. Of the 700 responding to the call, 80 proposals were submitted from across the country, she said.
Four semi-finalists were eventually chosen. On March 20 presentations were made and the jury and AIPP Board
presented its recommendation to proceed with a design development plan with Artist Jesus Bautista Moroles and
Design Workshop.
Jim Morter, local architect, and a member of the jury said the group's recommendation was to work with the design
team together with the community to product_a strorig visual landmark and a meaningful tribute to Peter Seibert. He
said there was a dilemma, as Pete Seibert didn't agree with the recommendation, and that his criteria had changed
from what the jury had previously understood it to be. Jim then stated that the jury and AIPP Board would never try
to push a design that Pete didn't endorse, but that the selection process should still be honored in order to maintain
Vail's credibility. Therefore, Jim said, the issue is being brought to the Council for a policy decision.
Public input was then heard.
Pete Seibert said he'd been asked to serve on the selection jury which he declined, and his son Calvin served at his
request. Pete continued, stating that there was never any attempt made by any of the artists to meet with him. He
felt the pieces proposed were too contemporary, and better suited for Lionshead.
Warren Miller, Pepi Gramshammer and Joe Staufer urged Council to support a more traditional design that would •
tell the story of Vail's history.
Jim Slevin expressed respect for honoring Pete, but said he would hate to see another bronze statue in Seibert
Circle.
Artist Elaine Calzolari, one of the semi-finalists in the competition, expressed disappointment ion the latest
developments. She said her colleagues spent hundreds of hours preparing for the competition because they thought
it was a clear and fair process. She then offered the following suggestions: first, to leave the selection of the Seibert
Circle art piece in the hands of the AIPP and look for another site for a more traditional tribute to Pete Seibert,
perhaps on top of Vail Mountain; allow a fifth Seibert Circle proposal to be presented to the AIPP Board and jury for
similar evaluation, or a possible public vote; or use a site in Lionshead as a possible site for the AIPP selection, and
allowing the finalists to reconfigure their works to address the request for a more traditional piece in Seibert circle.
Jim Lamont of the East Village Homeowners Association said he was appreciative of the efforts of the AIPP and
challenged the community to work together to find a solution.
Town Manager Bob McLaurin asked Council for more time to discuss with those involved, a solution that Pete Seibert
would embrace, and would maintain the integrity of the process.
Mayor Armour and Kevin Foley complimented the selection jury and AIPP for following through with the project in
a professional and thorough manner. .
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Both Mayor Armour and Parks Superintendent, Todd Oppenheimer noted the piece recommended by the selection
jury was not a final proposal.
Paul Johnston moved to table action on the Seibert Circle art piece to allow as much time as needed to explore other
options. Ludwig seconded the motion, and a vote was taken which passed, 5-1, Kevin Foley opposed.
Item number eigh4 on the agenda was an appeal of a variance approval (4-2; Moffet and Pratt opposed, Aasland
absent) made by the Planning and Environmental Commission on February 10, 1997. Applicants Art and Elaine
Kelton were granted a front setback variance of 5' - 6" to allow an additional one-car garage to be constructed at 1034
Homestake Circle/Lot 5, Block 6, Vail Village 7th Filing. Diana Donovan, a neighbor, had appealed the decision,
noting the variance had not met the criteria and findings of the Town Code and constituted a grant of special privilege. .
Town of Vail Planner Dirk Mason presented the item, stating that staff recommended that the Town Council overtupn
` the Planning and Environmental Commission's approval of a 5' - 6"_ front setback variance. -
Rob Ford recused himself from the issue. Dirk referenced a memo dated fViarch 4, 1997 to the Town Council and
reviewed the following consideration of factors:
1) The relationship of the requested variance to other existing or potential uses and structures in the vicinity.
2) The degree to which relief from the strict and literal interpretation and enforcement of a specified regulation
is necessary to achieve compatibility and uniformity of treatment among sites in the vicinity or to attain the
objectives of this title without grant of special privilege. '
3) The effect of the requested variance on light and air, distribution of population, transportation and traffic
facilities, public facilities and utilities, and public safety.
Dirk stated the following findings had to be made before granting a variance:
1) That the granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitations
on other properties classified in the same district.
2) That the granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or materially
injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
3) That the variance is warranted for one or more of the following reasons:
a) The strict literal interpretation or enforcement of the specified regulation would result in practical
difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives of this title.
b) There are exceptions or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the site of the
variance that do not apply generally to other properties in the same zone district.
c) The strict interpretation or enforcement of the specified regulation would deprive the applicant of
privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the same d'istrict.
Jim Morter, Architect for the Applicants, stated his reasons for believing there was a physical hardship and that the
granting of the variance should be upheld.
Council members felt that the variance awarded the applicant by the PEC constituted the granting of a special
privilege. Town Attorney Tom Moorhead stated his feeling that the PEC findings were unsubstantiated.
Kevin Foley then moved to overturn the PEC approval of the variance request, based on the following findings:
1. That the standards and conditions imposed by the requirements of Title 18 (Zoning) have not been met.
2. That the granting of the variance will constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on
other properties classified in the same district.
3. There are no exceptions, extraordinary circumstances, or conditions that are applica6le to this site that apply
generally to other properties in the Primary/Secondary Residential zone. In addition, any hardships which '
have been presented, have been self imposed.
4. The strict interpretation or enforcement of the specified regulation does not deprive the applicant of privileges
enjoyed by owners of other properties in the Primary/Secondary Residential district.
Ludwig seconded the motion. A vote was then taken which passed unanimously, 5-0-1 Rob Ford abstained.
Agenda item number aaine was Town Council call-up of a Planning and Environmental Commission unanimous
approval (6-0) of a major exterior alteration located at the Creekside Building, 229 Gore Creek Drive/LotA, Block 5B,
Vail Village 1 st Filing. Applicant: Michael Ditch. Town Planner, Lauren Waterton presented the item and provided
the following background: On March 24, 1997, the PEC approved, with three conditions, a request for a major exterior
alteration to allow for 1,050 square feet of an existing deck area to be enclosed to allovv for an outdoor dining deck '
with approximately 10 tables. Lauren stated the staff recommendation was for approval of the major exterior
alteration with three conditions, and referenced the staff memo to the PEC, dated March 24, 1997, for a complete
description of the request. Lauren noted the request was also scheduled for DRB review.
Applicant, fVlichael Ditch, who is proposing a new restaurant for the space, presented drawings and a model of the
proposed alteration for review by Council members.
Pepi Gramshammer, an adjacent property owner, was concerned about how trash would be removed from the site.
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Paul Johnston then moved to uphold the PEC approval of a fUlajor Exterior Alteration at the Creekside Building, with
a second from Ludwig including conditions as approved by PEC. A vote was then taken which passed, 5-1, Rob Ford
voting in opposition. .
Ten4h on the agenda was a report from the Town IVianager. In addition to his written report, Bob McLaurin distributed
a final draft of the 1997 Community Survey and asked for Council comments. Bob also presented the Council with
a proposed budget for the West Vail roundabout and asked Council to authorize him to enter into a contract with the
low bidder, Duckles Construction of Steamboat Springs to move forward with the $5.37 million project. Minor matters
are still pending with the army core of engineers, Bob said, but he expected those issues to be resolved very soon.
Ludwig moved to authorize the Town manager to enter into a contract with Duckles Construction contingent upon
. discussions yet to be had with Colorado Department of Transportation, the Army Core of Engineers, and other
property owners. Paul seconded the motion. A vote was then taken and passed unanimously, 670. A motion was then made by Ludwig to adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel issues. Rob seconded
the motion. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at approximately 10:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert W. Armour, Nlayor
ATTEST:
Holly NicCutcheon, Town Clerk
Minutes taken by Holly McCutcheon
(*Names of certain individuals who gave public input may be inaccurate.)
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fViINUTES
; VAIL TOWN COUiVCIL fViEETING
April 15, 1997
7:30 P.M.
A regular meeting of the Vail Town Council was hefd on Tuesday, April 15, 1997, in the Council Chambers of the Vail
Municipal Building. The meeting vvas called to order at approximately 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Sybill Navas, fVlayor Pro-tem
• Kevin Foley
Rob Ford
Niichael Jewett
. Paul Johnston
Ludvuig Kurz
Robert W. Armour, fViayor
MEMBERS ABSENT:
TOWfV OFFICIALS PRESENT: Bob McLaurin, Town Manager
Pam Brandmeyer, Assistanfi Town Nlanager
Tom Moorhead, Town Attorney
Holly McCutcheon, Town Clerk
The first item on the agenda was Citizen Participation. There was none.
Second on the agenda was the Consent Agenda which consisted of the followring items:
A: Approve the Minutes from the meetings of March 4 and 25, 1997.
B. Ordinance No. 7, Series of 1997, second reading, an ordinance amending Section 15.02.030(C) of the Municipal
Code of the Town of Vail to Provide for the Adoption of an Annual Elevator Inspection Fee.
Paul moved to approve the Consent Agenda with a second from Sybill. A vote was taken and approved unanimously,
7-0.
Agenda item number three was Ordinance iVo. 4, Series of 1997, second reading, an ordinance establishing Special
Development District -No. 35, Austria Haus, and providing for a development plan and its contents; development
standacds; and other ptovisions; and setting forth details in regard thereto. Applicant: Sonnenalp Properties, Inc.,
represented by Gordon Pierce. Mayor Armour read the title in full. -
Town of Vail Project Planner, George Ruther presented the item and referred to a memorandum prepared by the
Community Development Department staff dated April 15, 1997, to the Vail Tovvn Council and the memorandum dated
April 14, 1997, to the Planning and Environmental Commission (PEC). On April 14, 1997, the PEC received the
proposed changes to the applicant's request for the establishment of Special Development District iVo. 35, Austria Haus,
located at 242 East fVleadow Drive/on a part of Tract C, Block 5-D, Vail Village 1 st Filing.
George stated the ordinance had been modified since an earlier work session review to include a change to a condition
pertaining to an exchange of land betvueen the parties, and that the staff recommendation was for approval of Ordinance
hlo. 4, Series of 1997; on second reading. George explained staff's analysis of the 9 criteria for an SDD and noted that
PEC approval had been granted on April 14, 1997 with two conditions, 6-1, Galen Aashlen voting in opposition. •
Architect Gordon Pierce gave a detaiied review of the project, and presented comparative photographs of existing
buildings in the town, emphasizing the appropriateness of his design in the context of the surrounding buildings. He also
presented new design proposals, which had been changed pursuant to requests from the PEC. Loading and delivery
plans were reviewed as well as a requirement to include an additional 16 on-site underground parking spaces. Mr. Pierce
said the building's GRFA had increased slightly but didn't alter the overall size of the building from what was previously
presented, and noted that the building had been moved back an additional 7 feet.
Input was received from the following individuals:
Local attorney, Ross Davis said that although the project was beautiful, the size of the proposed structure would be a
68% increase over what regular zoning ordinances would allow. ~
Resident and longtime council member Tom Steinberg expressed his opinion that condominium units were not being ~
redeveloped and felt that timeshare units vvould only compound the problem. He cautioned that the project was too I
massive and in 20 - 30 years would need to be redeveloped. Nir. Steinberg noted that once the project was developed
and sold, the owners stood to make $9 million dollars, twice the going rate in Vail.
Resident Jim Sfevin expressed his concern over the mass and bulk of the building.
Cynthia Thornburgh, an employee of the applicant, read a letter from Roger Lessman addressed to Mayor Armour,
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Joe Stauffer vvas also concerned about the percentage of increased GRFA for the project.
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Ken Wilson, a Vail resident expressed his concern regarding an employee housing deed restriction associated with the
project.
Amy Cassidy said she felt the applicant had addressed all prior concerns of Council, and urged Council approval of the
project.
Gail Ferry felt the project fit comfortably on the site, was an enormous enhancement to Vail's retail experience, and stated
the project should be judged on its ovun merit. She urged Council's approval for the project.
Sue Dugan said she was in support of the project, but felt that there were miscommunications between Council and staff.
- Jim Lamont of the East Village Homeowners Associations suggested the developer to reapply for a rezoning on. the property, as he felt the SDD process was inappropriate. Vail and Beaver Creek Realtor, Jacky IVorthbroker criticized the process the applicant had gone through, and expressed
her support for the project.
Vail resident Flo Steinberg noted her feeling of Council and staff miscommunications. She said she was opposed to the
project because of iYs mass. Town Manager Bob iVlcLaurin told Council members that discussions regarding the Sonnenalp project were initiated 8-9
months prior and that town staff had done an excellent job in bringing forwrard the best project for the site.
Discussion among council members included:
Although the design for the Austria Haus building was exceptional, Rob Ford said the Vail Town Council had never
approved a building which departs so dramatically, a 91 % increase, he said, from the underlying zoning. He felt that
Council input was not received until very late in the process.
Sybill too was concerned over the extent the GRFA had increased from the underlying zoning, and stated she was
. disappointed that the project had come back larger.
Paul Johnston said the size of the building seemed to fit nicely in the location, and that SDDs were designed to give the
Town Council latitude in decision-making. If the process is Co be redesigned, Johnston suggested consideration of a
moratorium on SDDs during the interim. _
Ludwig Kure said he thought the message was clear thaf there was a problem with potential precedent setting and was
surprised to see the project come back larger than before. He said that he could not in good conscience support the
project.
Kevin Foley agreed, and was expecting to see a scaled down version of the project at second reading.
Mayor Armour said that he was very concerned about setting a precedent, and suggested a rezoning of the property
might be more appropriate. He said he blamed himself for Council not outlining their desires more specifically.
Rob then moved to deny Ordinance No. 4, Series of 1997, on second reading and Kevin Foley seconded the motion.
Mike Jewett said he was baffled by the turn of events. He said he felt the applicant had addressed the seven conditions
required, and if other council members had wanted the applicant to scale the project dovvn, they should have been
specific in making it a condition of approval. He then asked his fellow council members to reconsider their positions.
Johannes Faesseler expressed his extreme disappointment. He said in 1984 Council approved an SDD for a building
on the same site which was significantly larger than his project. He said that in denying the Austria House project future
redevelopment was in jeopardy.
Rob called the question with a second from Sybill. A vote was then taken to call the question vuhich passed, 6-1, fViike
Jewett voting in opposition. The motion to deny Ordinance No. 4, Series of 1997 on second reading was then voted on
and approved 4-3, Mayor Armour, Paul Johnston, and Mike Jewett opposed.
A short break was then taken and the meeting resumed at approximately 10:20 p.m.
Fourth on the agenda was Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1997, second reading of an Ordinance Establishing a Traffic
Offense for Failure to Provide a Complying Policy or Certificate of Self-insurance.
Town Attorney, Tom Moorhead presented the item, stating that at the direction of Council a proof of insurance ordinance
had been prepared which was consistent with that provided in the State Model Traffic Code. Tom explained the purpose
of the ordinance was to enable violations of this ordinance to be prosecuted in the Town of Vail Municipal Court, as
opposed to County District Court. The staff recommendation was for approval of Ordinance No. 8, Series of 1997, on
second reading.
Sybill moved to approve Ordinance Rlo. 8, Series of 1997 on second reading with a second from Paul. A vote was then
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taken and passed unanimously, 7-0.
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Item number $ive was a revievv of existing Gross Residential Floor Area (GRFA) policy and possible alternatives. Towrn
of Vail Environmental Health Officer Russell Forrest and Consultant Tom Braun presented the item and provided the
following background:
The Vail Tovun Council had directed staff to evaluate the existing GRFA system and determine whether this is an effective
and appropriate tool for regulating mass and bulk when compared to other alternatives. The purpose of this presentation
is to review the analysis for three alternatives to the existing GRFA policy for single family, duplex, and primary/secondary
type structures only. This presentation is intended to describe: how to implement each of these alternatives; what homes
might look like under each alternative; and to identify considerations that would need to be evaluated for each alternative.
On March 10th, the PEC, in a 4-3 vote, recommended alternative 1 with several conditions. Staff would like to ask #or
Cbuncil's preferred alternative. Once Council decides on a preferred alternative staff will begin the implementation
process. This could include additional research to answer questions relating to the preferred action and would include •
-developing proposed code revisions. ~ The following alternatives were then presented:
Alternative 1- Keep GRFA and allow Interior fViodifications;
Alternative 2- Keep GRFA but do not include basement space;
Alternative 3- Eliminate GRFA, modify site coverage to ensure homes would not significantly increase in size.
The staff had the following three recommendations:
1) Implement new design guidelines regardless of the preferred alternative;
2) Out of the three alternatives, staff is recommending Alternative 3"Eliminate GRFA" and modify site coverage
to prevent homes from becoming significantly larger; and
3) If Alternative 1 should be chosen, then staff recommends that it apply only to existing homes built before the
date this policy would go into effect.
Russell stated that the PEC recommendation was for Alternative 1, which would apply to future construction. Tom Braun
stated that based upon input received from the community, the majority supported some form of Alternative 1, there was
no support for Alternative 2, and limited support for Alternative 3.
Those who commented on the issue and preferred Alternative 3 included Pat Dauphanias, Eric Larsen, Ken Wilson,
Suzanne Dauphinaus, Ross Davis, and Sue Dugan. Ms. Dugan also presented the Colorado Department of Motor
Vehicle's driver's license ingtruction book as an example of a simple and comprehensive guide for designing new GRFA
guidelines. _
PEC member Diane Golden urged Council to follow the staff recommendation of implementing Alternative 3.
Jim Lamont of the East Village Homeowners Association felt that after many years of using GRFA Alternative 1 vvould
be a safer step.
Mike Jewett moved to direct staff to look further into Alternative 3. Paul Johnston seconded the motion.
Council members discussed the alternatives, and most were not comfortable with getting rid of GRFA completely. Mike
Jewett then called the question and a vote was taken, which failed, 3-4, Sybill Navas, Ludwig Kurz, Kevin Foley, and
Mayor Armour voting in opposition.
Sybill moved to direct staff to explore Alternative 1, and Ludwig seconded the motion. A vote was then taken and
passed, 6-1, Niike Jewett voting in opposition.
Item number six on the agenda was a report from the Town Manager. Bob McLaurin said he had nothing to add.
There being no further business, a motion was made by Sybill and seconded by Paul for adjournment. The meeting vvas •
adjourned at approximately 11:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert W. Armour, Mayor
ATTEST:
Holly fVicCutcheon, Town Clerk
Minutes taken by Holly McCutcheon
(*Names of certain individuals who gave public input may be inaccurate.)
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' ORDIWANCE NO. 99
Series of 1997
D,RI ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE COiUVEYANCE OF FEE TITLE TO
COWDOMIPdIUAfl UiVIT B-3, VA1L COMflAOIVS, TODUN OF V,41L, COLORADO
TO MOUMTAIRI bALLEY DEVELOPMEINTAL SERVICES.
WHEREAS, the Town of Vail is to become the owner of a condominium unit in Vail'
, Commons for the purpose of facilitat;ng a sale of that unit to the Mountain Valley
. Developmental Services; and _
WHEREAS, the unit will be part of a residential condominium complex that is being
constructed by Warner Developments, Inc. in Eagte County, Colorado, know as Vail Commons,
and is part of a program of the Town of Vail for development and sale of affordable residential
units therein; and
WHEREAS, Mountain Valley Developmental Services is a private, nonprofit corporation
designated as a"Community Center Board" to provide services and support to persons with
developmental disabilities pursuant to C.R.S. 27-10.5-010 et sea.; and
WHEREAS, Mountain Valley Developmental Services provides residential services to
clients residing in and around the Town of Vail.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
VAIL, COLORADO:
Section 1
The Town Council hereby approves the sale of property to Mountain Valley Developmental
Services pursuant to the Purchase and Sale Agreement which is attached hereto as Exhibit A.
- Section 2
The Town of Vail property to be conveyed is described as Condominium Unit B-3, Vail
Commons, Town of Vail, Colorado, in Eagle County, Colorado.
Section 3
The Town Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute such instruments of
conveyance as are appropriate to convey fee title from the Town of Vail to the Mountain Valley
Developmental Services.
Section 4
If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason
held to be invalid, such decision shall not effect the validity of the remaining portions of this
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' ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and ~
each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that
any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared
invalid.
Section 5.
The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary and
proper for the health, safety and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof.
INTRODUCED, READ ON FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED. PUBLISHED
ONCE IN FULL, this 20th day of May, 1997. A public hearing on this ordinance shall be held at
the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado, on the 3rd day of June,
1997, in the Municipal Building of the Town.
Robert W. Armour, Mayor
ATTEST:
Holly McCutcheon, Town Clerk
INTRODUCED, READ, ADOPTED AND ENACTED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED (IN FULL) (BY TITLE ONLY) THIS DAY OF JUNE, 1997.
Robert W. Armour, Mayor
ATTEST: - -
Holly McCutcheon, Town Clerk
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Ordinance No. 1, Series of 1997 2
~ PuRcHAsE AND SALE AGREEMENT ~
Thgs Aggeemefig gs made as of the dajr of Mayo 1997 by
and between the Town of Vail, fleregnafti "Va;gl°° , and 14ountain
Valley DevreY.opgnental Sereicese a CaloPado nan-ptQfi.rt corpdrastion,
i hegegnaftbg oMotantain ValBey°o .
6HEREASD ilail has eratered into an acjreemeht dated April 160
1997 w1tp1 `9dr?'aCr DeveZOpIRe%1$sp I81C o 0 2t C9lOrA1C10 COPpOrgtlOII t0
purchase Conc3atninguan ilnit Bm3o Vail Comrnonsio Town of vagla
Colorado iaa Eagge Cousaty, Cologado o A copy of: said Aggeement- is
. attached -heresto and is hereinafter referred 'to as the. Wagner Agreememmtt - -
ARTD WHEREFiS p tYle ab0ve desC%'1beC1 i,B81bt wil1 b@ pdPt Of d
gesiclentgal coradoaaisaium coaaplex to be constructed by WaPner
D~~~~opments o gnc o in Edg].e Caunty, o CalOrada oto be known,as VAYL
COMNtONS, and is part of a program of the ~own of Vail lFor
development arad sale of affordable residential units therein.
AND 6dF%ERERS o Mountain Valley as a przvate, non-progit
corporation desgg!nated as a pcomnuxaity cesatered° board'° to pxovide
serrices and support to persons with deveIopmentag disabflities
pursuant to C.R.S. 27-10.5-10I et seqe;
AND WHERERS, 24otaratain Valley provides ~es;iclential services
to.cliemts residang in and around the Town of Vailo
NOW THEREF'ORE, the paPtleS hereby agu'ee aS fa11owS o
ge Agreement to Sell and PurcIaasee Vail shail sell the
condominium urait descrgbeci above to Mauntain valley and Mountain
Valley shagl purchase the urait from Vail in accordance with the
terms asad provgsaons of this Agreement atnd the Wiarxaer Agxeemeaet,
Zo Pugc$ase Price, The ptarchase price for the unit is the
saxm of $1g0a615o00 plus closing costs ancuxred by the Town of
Va9.1 aza connectiora witka its pugchase ag the -psoperty from WarraeLr
-Developaeentso ance Upon execution hereog, Moiaaatain Valley s2aa],l
_pay aeller.an earnest- money deposit in the amount of $4,785,00, .
'I'he balanee of the purchase price shall 1oe paid at closing gn
irmnediate1y available funds.
3. Closing , The closing of the titlQ6 to the unit a.s .
contincJexnt npon and shall be held immediately foll.ow1nq ft1ee
closirag of the sale fxom bdarner to Vail. A9oiantain Valley shallp
at the time og closing, stender all funds necessAry for payment of
the fu11 purchase price for the unit plus a11 closing casts
includi.ng those set gogth iaa the Warner Agreement o In the event
the Wagneg Agreeanent is tegminated arad fails to.clvse, Vail shall
peturn to A9auntain Valley all of aray earnost money deposit retugned to ilaig by Wagaeg up to the aanorant of' DBountaaan ZYalley° s
deposa.t set forth aboveo .
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4. Title. Title shall be merchantable in VaiZ at the time df closinq subject to the matters set forth on Exhibit A of the
warner Agreement. Vail shall convey the lea$ehold interest to
the unit to Buyer by assignment of sublease in the same manner
~and form by which it acquires title ~o the property.
: Natwxthstanding the iimi.tations and exceptions: set forth in the
attached agreement, it is ]hereby understood and agreed between
the parties hereto that titge to the property shali, at the time
of closing, be conveyed free and clear of any pendinq litigation
affecting the property arnd free and cleax of any terms,
condi.tions.and reservatxons or restrictions preventinq the use of
; the property for residential purposes by persons with • denelopmental disabilities receiving services -from Mauntain
Valley. ~
I 5. Representations, Warranties and Acknowledgements. of
Hayer. Mountain.Valley warrants and represents that it has
zeviewed the attached agreement and i.s acquirinq the unit
pursuant to all of the terms, conditions ana limitations set
forth therein except as specifically provxded herein.
6. Notices. All notices required undex this mgreement
shall be given in writing and personally delivezed or mailed by
certi.fied maii, return receipt requested at the addresses set
forth on the signature paqe hereof. Vail shall provxde Mountain
Valley with copies of any and aIl notices and documents received
pursnant to the Warner Aqreement.
7- Assi nabilit . Neither party may assign its rights
under this Agreement withdut prior written consent of the other party.
IN WITNESS WHERE4F, paxties have executed this Agreement the
day and year first written ffibove.
Town of Vail
By : .
Address: 75 Svuth Frontage Rd. West
vail, Ca 81657
Telephone:(970)479-2100 ~
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Mountain Valley Developrnental Services, Inc. ~
By:
Address: 740 Mount Sapris Drive
' P.O. Box 338
Glenwood Springs, CO 81602
Telephane:(970)945-2306
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ORDINANCE fVO. 10
Series of 1997
AN ORDINANCE AfViEiVDING ORDINANCE IVO. 7, SERIES OF 1995; AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING SPECIAL DEVELOP11AEiVT DISTRICT IVO. 5 TO REMOVE LANGUAGE
REQUIRING RECREATIONAL AMENITIES TO BE TENNIS FACILITIES AfVD SETTING
FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO.
, WHEREAS, Chapter 18.40 of the Vail Municipal Code authorizes special development
districts within the Town in order to encourage flexibility in the development of land; and .
WHEREAS, an application has been made for the amendment of Special Development
District (SDD) iVo. 5 for a certain parcel of property within the Town, legally describedin the
Q<ieehed E.,"o":` as'Lots 6; 8, 9, 10, and~1~1, Block G, Lion's Ritlge~Subdiuisron and
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commonly referred to as the Simba RunNail Run Special Development District; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 18.66.140, the Planning and Environmental
Commission, on April 28, 1997, held a public hearing on the amended SDD, and has submitted
its recommendation to the Town Council; and
WHEREAS, all notices as required by Section 18.66.080 have been sent to the
appropriate parties; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council considers that it is reasonable, appropriate, and
beneficial to the Town and its citizens, inhabitants, and visitors to amend SDD IVo. 5 to allow
additional recreation amenities other than tennis facilities; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council has held a public hearing as required by Chapter 18.66 of
the Municipal Code of the Town of Vail.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
VAIL, COLORADO, THAT:
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SECTION 1
The Town Council finds that all the procedures set forth for Special Development
Districts in Chapter 18.40 of the Municipal Code of the Tovun of Vail have been fully satisfied.
SECTION 2 - Purposes.
Special Development District iVo. 5 is established to ensure comprehensive
development and use of an area in a manner that will be harmonious with the general character
of the Town, provide adequate open space and recreational amenities, and promote the
objectives of the Zoning ordinance. The development is regarded as complementary to the
Town by the Town Council and the Pianning and Environmental Commission, and there are
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significant aspects of the special development which cannot be satisfied through the imposition
of standard zoning districts on the area.
SECTION 3- Special Development District No. 5 Established.
(A) Special Development District No. 5 is established for the development on a
parcel of land comprising 8.84 acres in the Lionsridge area of the Town; Special Development
District No. 5 and said 8.84 acres may be referred to as "SDD No. 5".
(B) The Vail Run building, consisting of 55 dwelling units, approximately 18,000
square feet of commercial space,.antl fecreationat amemties;.
eettFts, shall be known as Development Area A. The remainder of the property containing
approximately 6.3 acres shall be described as Development Area B(Simba Run and Savoy
Villas).
SECTION 4- Approval of the Development Plan Required Prior to Development.
(A) Before the developer commences site preparation, building construction, or other
improvement of open space within SDD No. 5, there shall be an Approved Development Plan
for said district.
(B) The proposed development plan for SDD No. 5, in accordance with Section 4
_ hereof, shall be submitted by the.developer to the Zoning Administrator who shall refer it to the
Planning and Environmental Commission, which shall consider the plan at a regularly
scheduled meeting, and a report of the Planning and Environmental Commission stating its
findings and recommendations shall be transmitted to the Town Council in accordance with the
applicable provisions of Section 18.66 of the Municipal Code.
(C) The Approved Development Plan shall be used as the principal guide for all
development within SDD No. 5.
(D) Amendments to the Approved Development Plan shall conform with Chapter
18.40.100 of the Municipal Code.
(E) Each phase of the development shall require the prior approval of the Design
Review Board in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 18.54 of the Municipal
Code.
SECTION 5- Content of Proposed Development Plan.
The Proposed Development Plan shall include, but is not limited to the following data:
(A) An Environmental Impact Report, which shall be submitted to the Zoning
Administrator in accordance with Chapter 18.56 of the Municipal Code.
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(B) An open space and recreational plan sufficient to meet the demands generated
by the development vvithout undue burden on available or proposed public facilities.
(C) Existing and proposed contours after grading and site development having
contour intervals of not more than finro (2) feet.
(D) A proposed site plan, at a scale not smaller than 1 inch = 20 feet, showing the . .
. locations and dimensions of all buildings and structures, uses therein, and all principal site
development features, such as landscaped areas, recreational facilities, pedestrian plazas and
walkways, service entries, drivevuays, and off-street parking and loading areas.
(E) A landscape plan, at a scale not smaller than 1 inch = 20 feet, showing existing
landscape features to be retained or removed, and showing proposed landscaping and
landscaped site development features, such as outdoor recreational facilities, bicycle paths,
trails, pedestrian plazas and walkways, water features, and other elements.
(F) Building elevations, sections, and floor plans, at a scale not smaller than 1/8 inch
= 1 foot, in sufficient detail to determine floor area, gross residential floor area, interior
circulation, locations of uses within buildings, and the general scale and appearance of the
proposed development.
. (G) A proposed plan of parking, loading, traffic circulation, and transit facilities; and a
proposed program for satisfying traffic and transportation needs generated by the development.
(H) A volumetric model of the site and the proposed development, portraying the
scale and relationships of the proposed development to the site illustrating the form and mass
of the proposed buildings.
(I) An architectural model of each proposed building, at a scale not smaller than 1
inch = 40 feet, portraying design details.
(J) A proposed program indicating order and timing of construction phases and
phasing of recreational amenities and additional amenities.
SECTION 6- Permitted Conditional and Accessory Uses.
(A) In Development Area A- Vail Run, the following uses shall be permitted:
(1) Multiple family residential dwellings;
(2) Accessory retail, restaurant and seroice establishments not occupying
more than 18,000 square feet including the following:
Apparel Stores
Art supply stores and galleries
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Book stores
Camera stores and photographic studios
Candy stores
Chinaware and glassware stores
Specialty food stores .
. Florists Gift stores
Hobby stores
Jewelry stores
Leather goods stores
Liquor stores
Newsstands and tobacco stores
Professional and business offices
Sporting goods stores
Stationery stores
Toy stores
, Variety stores _
Barber shops
Beauty shops
Travel and ticket agencies
Delicatessens with food service
Cocktail lounges, taverns and bars
Coffee shops
Fountains and sandwich shops
Restaurants
Additional businesses or services determined by the zoning administrator to be
similar to permitted uses.
(B) In Development Area B- Simba Run -antl Sauoy Uillas;, the following uses shall
be permitted:
(1) Multiple family residential dwellings which may be condominiumized for
sale as interval ownership fee interests and the employee housing units required
according to Section (9c), which shall be rental units.
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(C) In Development Areas A and B the following conditional uses shall be perrrtitted,
subject to issuance of a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter
18.60 of the municipal code:
(1) Public utility and public service uses;
(2) Public buildings, grounds, and facilities; _
- (3) Public or private schools;
(4) Public park and recreation facilities;
(5) Meeting rooms.
(D) In Development Areas A and B the following accessory uses shall be permitted:
(1) Indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, including, but not limited to,
swimming pools, tennis courts, handball and squash courtsC=;-:amd-s+FA+4ef
`"";';`:es Similar recreational facilifies""shall be determmed by Town
of Vail staff=-as a minor, amendment to the SDD:~
(2) Home occupations, subject to issuance of a Home Occupation Permit in
accord with the provisions of Section 18.58.130 of the municipal code.
(3) Other uses customarily incidental and accessory to permitted or
conditional uses, and necessary for the operation thereof. _
SECTION 7 - Development Standards.
The following development standards have been submitted to the Planning and
Environmental Commission for its consideration and recommendations and are hereby
approved by the Tovvn Council; these standards shall be incorporated in the Approved
Development Plan pertinent to each Development Area to protect the integrity of the
development of SDD No. 5; the following are the minimum development standards and shall
apply unless more restrictive standards are incorporated in the Approved Development Plan.
Development Area A may be modified provided that no such modification shall increase the
discrepancy betvveen the structure or site improvements and the development standards set forth in this Ordinance.
(A) Lot Area = Development Area B shall consist of approximately 6.3 acres.
(B) Setbacks - The required setbacks shall be as indicated on the Approved
Development Plan, being a minimum of 20 feet from any perimeter property line of the total site.
(C) Distance Between Buildings - The minimum distances between all buildings on
the site shall be as indicated on the Approved Development Plan.
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(D) Height - The maximum height of all buildings shall be 45 feet, with the exception
of the buildings located in Phase II of Development Area B, which shall have a maximum height
as indicated on the Approved Development Plan.
(E) Density Control - The floor area of all buildings and the number of dwelling units
shall not exceed the following provisions: .
- Dev. Dev.
- Area A Area B Total SDD No. 5
Maximum gross residential floor
area (sq. ft.)
Interval Ownership Units 43,000 126,309 169,309
Maximum gross residential floor area
Employee Dwelling Units (sq. ft.) 0 4,955 4,955
Maximum number of dwelling
units, not including the employee
dwelling units 55 110 65
Maximum number of employee
dwelling units 0 7 7
Upon the approval of4h~s Ordinance 7, Series of 1995 and amendrnent5zthereaftee,
there will be no remaining dwellings units, Employee Housing Units or available GRFA
for any portion of this SDD.
(F) Building Bulk Control - Building bulk, maximum wall lengths, maximum
dimensions_of building groups, and requirements for wall off-sets, shall be as indicated on the
Approved Development Plan.
(G) Site Coverage - Not more than 20 per cent of the Development Area B shall be
covered by buildings, with the exception of Phase II of Development Area B, which shall be as
designated on the Approved Development Plan.
(H) Landscaping and Natural Open Space - A minimum of 60 per cent of
Development Area B shall be landscaped or natural open space in accordance with the
Approved Development Plan, with the exception of Phase II of Development Area B, which
shall be as designated on the Approved Development Plan.
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(I) Parking and Loading -
(1) Off-street parking shall be provided in accord vvith Chapter 18.52 of the
municipal code; at least 85 per cent of the required parking shall be located within the
main building or buildings, or beneath accessory decks, terraces, plazas, or tennis
, courts and shall be completely enclosed and screened from view, with the exception of
Phase II of Development Area B, which shall be as designated on the Approved Development Plan.
(2) No parking or loading area shall be located in any required front setback
area or on the south side of any building, and no parking or loading shall be permitted at
any time in areas designated for recreation or open space use on the Approved
Development Plan.
(3) Drivevvays, passenger loading areas, and parking areas not located
within a building shall be permitted only as indicated on the Approved Development
Plan.
(4) On-site parking shall be provided for common carriers providing charter
service to the development; said parking sites shall be indicated on the Approved
_ Development Plan.
(J) The Approved Development Plan for Phase II of Development Area B shall
consist of the following drawings provided by Morter Architects:
o Sheet iVo. A1.2, dated April 4, 1994, and revised January 16, 1995 (Grading
Plan)
o Sheet No. A1.2a, dated April 4, 1994, and revised January 16, 1995 (Driveway
option plan #1)
o Sheet iVo. A1.2b, dated April 4, 1994, and revised January 16, 1995, (Drivev?ray
option plan #2).
o Sheet iVo. A1.2c, dated April 4, 1995, and revised January 16, 1995, (Grading
Plan vvith pedestrian path options)
o Sheet A1.3, dated April 12, 1995, and revised May 13, 1993, June 14, 1993 and
January 16, 1995 (Vicinity Plan/Site Section)
o Sheet IVo.'s A2.1, A2.2 and A2.3 dated January 16, 1995 (Floor Plans for
Building Five)
o Sheet No. A2.4, dated January 16, 1995 (Elevations for Building Five).
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o Sheet No's. A3.1 and A3.2, dated January 16, 1995 (Floor plans for buifding six)
- o Sheet No. A3.3 dated February 3, 1995, (Elevations for building six)
o Sheet No. L.1, dated June 16, 1995 (Landscape Plan)
SECTION 8- Recreational Amenities Tax.
, The recreational amenities tax due to the development within SDD No. 5, shall be
assessed at a rate not to exceed $0.75 per square foot of floor area and shall be paid in
conjunction with construction phases and prior to the issuance of a building permit.
SECTIOfV 9 - Special Provisions.
(A) Conservation and Pollution Controls.
(1) All solid fuel burning devices shall conform with the Town of Vail
Fireplace Ordinance (Ordinance No. 21, Series of 1991) and as amended in the future.
The basic criteria as presently identified in the Ordinance are as follows:
a) Construction of open hearth wood burning fireplaces is not permitted
within the Town.
b) Dwelling units may contain:
i) One (1) EPA Phase II certified solid fuel burning device and no
more than two (2) gas appliances (B vent); - OR
ii) Two (2) gas log fireplaces and no more than two (2) gas
appliances (B vent).
(2) If solid fuel burning devices are provided within the development, they
must be heat efficient through the use of glass enclosures, and heat circulating devices
as technology exists at the time of development.
(3) The Developer's drainage plan sha11 include provisions for prevention of
pollution from surface run-off.
(4) The Developer shall include in the building construction in Devefopment
Area B energy and water conservation controls as general technology exists at the time
of construction.
(B) Phase II of Development Area B shall include two (2) employee housing units,
and said housing units shall satisfy the requirements of a"Type III EHU" according to the
Town's adopted housing ordinance (Ordinance 27, Series of 1992). Additionally, five (5) of the
existing six employee housing units (numbers 1201, 2205, 2207, 2401, and 2402, as identified
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on the Simba Run Condominium Map) shall be permanently deed restricted according to the
requirements of a"Type III EHU" as specified in the Town of Vail's housing ordinance
(Ordinance 27, Series of 1992). The remaining employee housing unit (number 1205,) shall
become a"free-market" dvvelling unit upon such time as the above seven (7) permanently
- restricted employee housing units meet the restrictions as indicated in the Town of Vail's . ,
. housing ordinance and have been issued Temporary Certificates of Occupancy.
(C) Approval of Subdivision and Interval Ownership - Intenral ownership of multiple-
family dwelling units, with the exception of the required employee dwelling units and the
dwelling units in Phase II of Development Area B, is hereby approved. Subdivision of the
multiple-family dwelling units (not designated for employee housing) permitted in Development
Area B into interval ownership fee interests shall require no additional approvals from the Town
of Vail Planning and Environmental Commission or from the Town Council for the Town of Vail.
(D) Recreational Amenities - The Approved Development Plan shall include the
following recreational amenities:
(1I) Fou'r' tennis courts ace-required in SQD #5 °qevelopment A is requ~red
two tennis cou,rts ~T~tie ezisting covering over, these tennis courtW Deuelapment Area
A~:shaN~be considered;a'recceational.structureras~defned b,y, the Munictpal Code,'
allowable;~year=round~ DevelopmentArea B,is:requiretl~two;tenms;courts~~
Ttiese~tennis courts. may be converted uto oth"er recceational uses" as enumerated
as'.accessory uses herem:' 'Any changes to~non enumerateci "r~ecreat?onal uses~ wifl~be
evaluated by the Town of~Vail.staff as a minoc ame~ndment~"to the~SDDand befsubject~ta
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the~9 SDD revrewr~c"rifier~a contained m Chapter,;~:8.4~Q~"of~the~SMunicipal Gode
Said ten"nis courts o_rAany~subseque_nt recreat~onal use shall be rnade iable fo
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the'-general puplic ori;a fee;,basis; subJect to reasonable,regulaton,'i n favor~of owners"or
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guests of #he deveiopment:..
(2) Recreation amenities fund contribution of $10,000 to be used for generaf
recreational improvements by the Town of Vail.
(3) Bike and pedestrian path traversing property from east property line of
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Development Area A to west site line of Development Area B shall be provided by
developer with exact location to be mutually acceptable to developer and the Town.
(4Two.swrmming pools are: reqWredJntSDL}"#~5 One swimming !paof is
r.equired°for D~ evelopment Area_A antl one~swi~rnming~pool is requrred for Development
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Area B;These swirnming poolsdshall be1of adequate~size~to~reasonablyserve the neetls
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bf111e4eve1 opment antl stiall be...open t61'the,pu6lrc on a fee basis subje~ct to~reasonable
regulat~ort i n fia~owners or guesfs~of the cleve4opment;..
(E) Additional Amenities -
(1) The Developer shall provide adequate transportation services to the
owners and guests of the development so as to transport them from the
development to the Village Core area and the Lionshead area.
(2) The Developer shall provide in its Approved Development Plan a bus
shelter of a design and location mutually agreeable to the developer and the
Town Council. Said shelter to serve the Lionsridge area generally.
(F) Additional Requirements -
The developer agrees with the following requirements, which are a part of this amendment to
Special Development District No. 5:
(1) The Town shall not issue a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for any
unit in Building #3 (according to the Savoy Vi{{as phasing plan) until such time as deed
restrictions have been executed for units 1201, 2205, 2207, 2401 and 2402 in the Simba
Run Building as Type III EHU's. Additionally, the Town shall not issue a Temporary
Certificate of Occupancy for any unit in Building #4 or Building #5 (according to the
Savoy Villas phasing plan) until such time as Temporary Certificates of Occupancy and
deed restrictions have been issued for both of the "Type III" EHU units in Building #5.
(2) The applicant agrees to permanently restrict the seven employee housing
units as "Type III" EHU's, according to the Town's adopted housing ordinance.
(3) The applicant agrees that if they are unable to obtain the permission
necessary to locate the bike path on the western portion of the Simba Run property,
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they will go back to the Design Review Board.with an amended site plan which shows
the triplex building being relocated approximately 10 feet to the west, in order to allow
the bike path to continue in a southerly direction through the property until it connects
with the existing bike path adjacent to the IVorth Frontage Road. Irregardless of the
ultimate location of the bike path, the applicant agrees to construct and maintain a public -
- pedestrian path through the property (north to south) and will arrange for the grant of a
public access easement to the Town of Vail prior to the Town's issuance of any TCO for
any of the Phase II condominiums (according to the Savoy Villas phasing plan).
(4) The applicant shall obtain a Colorado Department of Transportation
access permit for the proposed triplex driveway prior to the Town's issuance of any
building or grading permits for the three townhomes located on the lower bench of the
development.
(5) The applicant shall add additional landscape plantings subject to the
review and approval of the Design Review Board.
(6) The applicant shall grant the Town of Vail a drainage easement through
the property, to provide for the existing drainage flow which currently enters the site
between the proposed employee housing building and the eastern condominium -
building on the upper bench. The developer shall provide this easement to the
Community Development Department for approval before the Town will release any
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for units in the Phase II Condominiums (according
to the Savoy Villas phasing plan).
(7) The applicant shall provide a bike path easement for any portion of the
existing bike path located upon the applicant's property. The easement shall be
submitted to the Community Development Department by the developer and executed
before the Town will release any Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for units in the
Phase II Condominiums (according to the Savoy Villas phasing plan).
(8) The rockfall hazard report provided by the applicant's geologist in
conjunction with the 1993 approved development plan, must be amended to identify any
additional mitigation necessary as a result of the amendments proposed in the 1995
plan, prior to the Tovun's issuance of any building permits for the project.
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(9) Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the three townhouse units,
the applicant will receive final approval from the Town of Vail Engineer regarding the
driveway relocation plans.
(10) Prior to the release of any Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for units
in the Phase II Condominiums (according to the Savoy Villas phasing plan) the applicant -
agrees to provide a 10' wide public access easement across the property, parallel with
the southern property line.
SECTION 10
If any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is for any
reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining
portions of this ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed
this ordinance, and each part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof,
regardless of the fact that any one or more parts, sections, subsections, sentences,
clauses, or phrases be declared invalid.
SECTION 11
The Town Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is
necessary and proper for the health, safeiy and welfare of the Town of Vail and its inhabitants -
thereof.
SECTION 12
The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Vail Municipal Code as
provided in this ordinance shall not affect any right which has accrued, any duty imposed, any
violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution commenced, nor any
other action or proceeding as commenced under or by virtue of the provision repealed or
repealed and reenacted. The repeal of any provision hereby shall not revive any provisions or
any ordinance previousfy repealed or superseded unless stated herein.
INTRODUCED, READ OfV FIRST READING, APPROVED, AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL, this 6th day of May, 1997. A public hearing on this ordinance
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shall be held at the regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Vail, Colorado, on the
20th day of May, 1997, in the iVlunicipal Building of the Town.
. Robert W. Armour, Mayor
' . . ATTEST: _
Holly fVlcCutcheon, Town Clerk
IiVTRODUCED, READ, ADOPTED AND EiVACTED OfV SECOND READIiVG AND ORDERED
PUBLISHED (IfV FULL) (BY TITLE ONLY) THIS 20TH DAY OF MAY, 1997.
Robert W. Armour, iVlayor
ATTEST:
Holly McCutcheon, Town Clerk
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April 21, 1997
Vail Town CuunCil
75 South Front3gr Roild
v,il, Cn 51657
, DearTown Council Me.mbers,
I am writu~g this letter i.n support of Jim Roiinunsky micl die ski siuiu]ation pro.ject that be bas
pruposeil to locate ui die "bubble" at Vail Rml. T1ie creation of a statc-u1'-the-art simulation
trlining faciliry for skiing and snowbvardiog would be a fabulous ainenity fur both locals and
guests wlio warit ta lesm and'ur unprove cheir tec}mique.
7h.e Vail Ski Schuol has been ivorkitig widi Jiul Rodmuisky fo.r a n.un?ber of years un the
refuiement of tlze te.aching methods for chc; ski simulatur. We,jountly developed the video role
model nna~es of Vail ski and snowboard instruetors thac ;u~e prc,jected on ~,i~it screen te.levision
in fronr of the simulntor. These unages are what the studez?ts on the simularor emulate as ttiey are
developirig the moven,ents uf'skiing ajiil snowboard'uig.
Jim irtstalled the sunulator in. the. Recbok Sports Club in New I'ork City and e:cnerienced an
eYtraordinary mnuttnt of success. Fust tune skiers and snowbearders ivere biven the oppoitunity to
, eaperience the sensati.on of skiing and snowbuard'utg in a safe, SUppOltlve enVirOnmentw11]1
trainecl instructors. Experienced skiers were able to get in shape for skiuig wd 'unprove their
Uwoeaanuopefaral of teC}1I11CJUC.
vsif, 8ea.erGeek°Reiuir
dnd /11rowhrbd Mountbin"
Tbe e simulator in che Reebok Sports Club also eenerated media coverag~. un television and ui
magaziiaes sucl) as Vogue, SKI, Skiing, Popular Science and others The end result w-as fabuilous
exposure for skiuig, tlxe Vail Ski School and simulation traunuig.
The Vail Ski School is supportive of Jun's effoils wit the simulator. If approveil, we would look
forward to using the sunulator as part of a vvell ruunded instnictional effcrt designed to prurnote
tbe eroWth of th~, spurts of skiing mid snowboardiug.
Please feel firee tu contlct me if you have any questions, concerns or would like fiirtl?.er discussiun.
b' y
Steve Mtmaging Director
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- April 18, 1997
Vail Town Council
75 South Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
Robert A. Hintermeisler, Ph.U.
Director, Rehnbilitnlinn mid •
lluman Perjormance L.nboratory
' Dear Members of the Vail Town Council, •
I am writing tliis letter in behalf of Jim Rodnunsky and the owner of Vail Run. I
understand that they want to put a skiing simulator in the Vail Run air structure and that ttte
air structure is currently zoned as a special development district for tennis only.
I don't know anything about the zoning laws, but I can attest to the positive impact
. that having the skiing simulator would have for Vail and ourselves. Jim's skiing simulator is
state of the art for emulating skiing. We had the simulator in the Rehabilitation and Huriian
Perforinance Lab (30' x 40') here at the Steadman Hawkins Sports Medicine Foundation for
about a year and one-half. We used it for various tests of muscle activity, but we could no
longer dedicate the space it required and had to give it up. In addition to testing skiers and
equipment, it can be used for teaching skiing, end stage specific knee rehabililation, and great
public relations.
Finding space for the skiing simulator in the Vail Valley is a problem. The skiing
simulator would be a unique attraction for the area, and would give us the opportunity to use
it periodically. I woud also think that Vail Associates would be interested in helping to find
"it a home. If there are no safety reasons why it cannot be operated in the Vail Run "bubble",
I would heartily recominend that the special development district zoning permit be amended .
to accoinodate the skiing simulator.
' Sincerely,.
1 Robert Hintermeister, Ph.D. ,
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vail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2105/Fax 970-479-2157
MEMORANDUM
TO: Vail Town Council
FROM: Robert W. IVIcLaurin, Town Manager
DATE: May 16, 1997
SUBJECT: Town Manager's Report
West Vail Update
The West Vail Roundabout project is currently on schedule:
Permits: Army Corps individual 404 permit was obtained last week. This was the last of the
necessary approvals required for the project.
Property Acquisition: IVegotiations for all temporary and permanent easements are complete.
Documents have been routed and are being reviewed and executed at this time.
Utility Work: Utility company work is quickly wrapping up. The underground work should be
completed within the next week.
Town's Contractor Work: The weather has allowed the contractor to accelerate storm sewer
installation and final grading for the closed portions of Chamonix.
The retaining wall work on the project has been temporarily delayed due to various problems on
the site. This work is now in progress again and two walls under the bridge are close to
completion. The next two weeks should see significant work under the closed portion of the site in
order to complete a majority of this work prior to opening up these sections at the end of the month.
The temporary bridge for Marriott Streamside will be in place by the end of the month.
The Town and the Colorado Oil & Gas Inspector's office have developed a work plan to deal with
the gasoline contaminated soils at the Texaco site and this work can now proceed.
The public has been very cooperative during this project. We appreciate their patience.
Z3 0 RECYCLEDPAPER
Popcorn Wagon Lease
As we have discussed on several occasions we are moving forward with a Request For Proposal
for operators for the Popcorn Wagon in Vail Village and Lionshead. The Town Attorney has
completed the draft of the RFP and a proposed lease for this premises. This RFP has been given
to approximately three individuals. An ad notifying the public of this RFP will run next week. The
schedule for implementation of a new lease is as follows:
Proposal submitted to the town by June 15, 1997
Proposal review and popcorn wagon operator selected by August 1, 1997
Popcorn wagon lease agreement entered into September 1, 1997
Effective date of the lease January 1, 1998.
Please let me know if you have questions or need additional information regarding this issue.
Town Manager Vacation
I will be taking my vacation from June 5th through June 15th. During this period I will periodically
be checking in. If you need anything Anne will know where to get in touch with me. Also, I will miss
the Tuesday Council meeting (May 20th) as I will be with Timmy at the Red Sandstone Mesa Verde
trip.
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RECEIVED MAY 1 3 199~
KOHLBERG KRAVIS ROBERTS & CO.
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M1'. BIII WOOd _
U.S. rOf@St S@NIC@
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Min?Urn, CO 81645
Dear Mr. Wood,
It has come to my attention that Vail Associates is applying for a permit to allow
night skiing on Vail Mountain. As a long time resident of Vail, and owner of two houses
plus a large lot on Forest Road, I am opposed to lighting the mountain for night skiing. -
The fact that the activity on the mountain has grown significantly during the day has
inured to the benefit of the owners of Vail Associates. There are more than adequate
activities for people to be entertained on Vail Mountain without having to add extra hours
of skiing at night. . .
Vail has become extremely commercial in its activities, which I know initially was not the purpose for which the Forest Service.offered permits many years ago. It is most
unnecessary, and an invasion of the privacy of the people who live on the mountain, to
have a circus-like atmosphere once the sun has set. Vail has done a good job of adding
lifts wherever possible, and has made the day time skiing extremely enjoyable. They
have also done a good job using the space near the gondola building for night time
activily. I do not oppose these activities on the top of the mountain, as they are away
from,the residential area at night.
In summary, I am opposed, without any hesitation, to night time skiing on Vail
Mountain. I would appreciate it if you would register my concern about this proposed
activity, and I hope that the Forest Service, and thP Tov%n C'oi.!nci!. of Va.il !if ;±'s :~:i±hin .
their jurisdiction) will act to preserve what little tranquillity. exists at night within Vail
Village. _
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Thank you for your consideration of this letter and my concern.
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RECEIVED ~AY 1 2 1997
625 N. Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
Town Council .
75 S. Frontage Road Vail, CO 81657
May 6, 1997
Dear Council,
I would iike to object to two items and ofifer some thoughts on Lionshead.
1. The music emitting from Lionshead Trails End Bar is too loud. Its
loudness and style "cheapens" the entire area. if music is to be piped
outside it should be of a style that is less distasteful too many and less loud.
Is this loudness within code?
2. The Sest 11Vestern Vail-Glo sign on the north side of the building is too
bright (nighttime) and otherwise "tacky" looking. It certainly is not in keeping
rrvith the image i sense Vail is trying to convey. I must assume it complies
with code restrictions; If so, I think the "new" Lionshead should prohibit such
gaudy advertisements.
The new Lionshead should incorporate:
1. Lower building heights.
2. Mini-parks or seating areas to attract visitors.
3. A new and dramatic "ymbol", i.e., statue or clock tower, that makes
Lionshead "differenYT. But please, no modern art or more concrete!
4. A new and unique activity (bobsled ride, ski jump, horseback riding, ~
outdoor ice rink, river kayaking, outdoor ice-bar, ice sculpture or similar)
that makes Lionshead "differenP'.
Your consideration of these ideas will be appreciated.
Yours.truly,
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Call1t1g d4 ll Vol
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On May 17th, there' II :you've probably ~noPiced,-~ie're
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be a whole lot of ' making.a few,changes.: We li ~,a~e
cleaning going ~
on! finished a ne.w safety video, tha
The first annual : ~ we'd.like each and every one,of yo
S ra~ce &J Cqlorado
~ g~ Po review before getting under way ;
Day will be held. this season. This is ourinitial publ ;
We'
d like to. have all _cation.of our semi-annual newslet
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way volunteers out on you received your Certificafes Qf ~s
that day, Saturday, ;='~j . •~z~ ~ Appreciation fhis,past winter_;:,
May 17th, to show
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statewide effort to, f '.•~L'~..~ : This program is successfu! becaus .~1.-
2-. ./'a'r ~.6.c•~
help get our state %of you!.: Withouf yourhetp, our-.
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ready for summer and ghwa s.would. have an~additional=z
those beautiful vistas -20,000 cubic yards of litter
along Colorado's alebris sfiewn along them lastye:a~#,r ~
hi hwa s!- alone! The estimafe ~
9 Y . L . . , d 250,00~ _
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hocrrs groar contributed.to. fiel'p
~Get your group together and make a day of it! VVeather per-- _~eeping;ourstate`looking-its~best~;~
mitting, it shoutd.be-a great day to rewrard your group with a: ;:shows the pride we, Coloradans~~.~ cookou4 or a tall-cold one aftenward! 'So get involved and
have, in,our tieautiful sfate.'.-'--~:~=~::=r~~;, .
showr your-pride in Colorado! (Rain date will be'Sunday, May
I 8th.) ::This is your prograrri,and:.we_wa~~~Y .
fo`heaF~irom. you!. Please ieel;ke~
Summit County groups may want to organize by calling Bill fo secid in nevirslefter:articles! ifiif~-
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at (970)-468-2000.
id'eas1_sponsorship:
Reetz opportunitie~s~: ~ . ,
..~..ti..~ , _ ~ -r ~safety_:tips;,.or just say.t?ello ~Ad f
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Spr~pce Up Colorado Safety First ` ~ " dress corres onden
Jacoby,: Coloiado Deparfr.rienf~ o
Mideo Avaalab9e
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1325-5:=`Colorado _-Blvd:~Soirel~'_OZ~ -
CDOT has just completed a working along the highway.
safety video for AAH groups. Contact your re ional Ai4H
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1IUe'd like everyone. involved in coordinator to arrange to Agai
n,. thanks,for:your he/p i~t~~r~
the program Yo revievu it just as borrow a copy. And alWays Spru=g Up Colorado?-
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a reminder iVhen you're out keep safety fiirst in mind!
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VVhen"the Colorado Depart- _~~~~`~J~ . ~ . -~~u'~"~~ ry .
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LITTER • : with pickup,contests. I~e-have
began the Adopt-A-High- always separated the alumi= -
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way program, the'Colorado num cans and fiumed'tFiem in ^
- West Board.-of Realtors : . . . . for money and put this into a , -
thought this would be the ..scholarship fund. U!lhile doing :perfect project for the we would give a 12 pack
Realtors_to take-on. Just by of pop to the person who* ~
-the nature"of being involved ` collected the most cans.'This
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in Real Estate, this group y_ear, we areexpanding our7 had a natural interest in contest to include the most -
keeping the entrance to our cand y~,: , y wrappers (a 6-pack of.
_ town of-Craig clean and cand bars is the rize the
litter free. most~'valuable" fi d (a K-Mar4,.
$10.00 certificate is.the prize)_ and the funnies4
To keep enthusiasm strong-and make picking_up _ find (movie tickets are the prize). v _litfier a social event, we've come up with some , - - . - = " ~ - -
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- ideas that make lit4er collection fun! After picking 1Ne've found=that adding a little-extra helps keep~
up our 2 miles of road on Highway 13 north of interest up the,people turning out to help: The
Craig, we.drive back to the-edge of town and have _ biggest success though has alvvays been the.free:'
dinner at the LaP/aza Mexican Restaurang. This dinner="Feed them and they will come!"
has worked=great anctwe've had a great turnout!
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- ..Confessio~~ a Highway Adopter.
by-Rick Barteldes; Rand, Colorado
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I must confess that I, as well_as all of the popula- ' -t must also confess to chagrin over your,loss_qf al
tion of North: Park; have failed to inform the motor- new buck knife and scabbard, several children's t-=.:
ing public which-motors up and down State High- _ shirts,, a camouflage-cap, and several cartons of -
way 125 of the fterce and turbulent winds which empty beer botttes. The vicious breeze that ~occasionally attack motor vehicles whose windows J vuhipped off an unfortunate lady's panty hose near
are foolishly Ieft open. The ~esult of this neglect mile post 23-must have been something to see!;~;
manifests itself in,various objects being blorn out Niotorist who lost- their dirty baby diapers can ~of cars and trucks and accumulating on the sides --reclaim them also--I'm sure they'I( wash up as'
of the roadway. _ - ` _ good as nevu!
I can ease our collective consciences by a.word. to -
the drivers. Driv e r s. p a y h e e d! Y o u m a y r e c l a i m .
our lost items_ by contactin9 part
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the ColoradoDe
ment of Transportation to whom these lost_ articles
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' have been turned in.' I am sorry you lost your -AQfd~go[fclub5~thi~i~;~d'~~~r~~of~an
unopened can of soda pop and your unopened --~-s-~`~~~-!~-~:~~~~
ta~ e s ~keor° ~a ~ e ec~r~ e Qt~ta
6ottle of beee: Empty cans can be blowrn out quite ~a
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--easily, but ifi must have been a mean wind to filip Pi~~~
_ out those full containers!
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by Chris Crouse - , -
Editor's note: This is an excellent ezamp/e of cess, and was one of the premier Earth Day -
gettinq who/e community involvement in your . events in Colorado. The following May, GEDC :
project--both businesses and citizens. Working . was presented with one of the governor's environ-
togerher can_make a big difference! . mental awards-the Celebrate Colorado Award-
- - ' a great honor indeed.
Golden Earth Days Council (GEDC) was formed in Since 1990, GEDC has incorporated and become~
January 1990 as a local grassroo4s effort for the - a non-profit environmental organization. The
twentieth anniversary ofi Earth=Day. Although the group, which isdedicated to promoting and dem_='. "group_was small, enthusiasm was high and ideas ' onstrating greater environmental awareness and
were plentiful. In addition to cleaning their Adopt appreciation, meets monthly. GEDC continues.to ::--A Highway section in Clear Creek Canyon,-the focus on cleaning the canyon, as well as other eight members decided to organize an event that- `environmental issues affecting the golden area: _
would concentrate on cleaning'up all of Clear' GEDC also strongly supports development of a..-.~
Creek Canyon, one of golden's most beautiful ` trail in Clear Creek Canyon.
na4ural resources. Since the canyon was threat=
ened b ya pro posed gravel quar r y,.it seemed a ~
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_ -.ideaf area to focus on.
` The group turned to Coors and other local busi- t=ness for fundingassistance. Explains GEDC, -
member_Sheila Towrnsend, "We even discussed
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slope in the canyon, but~knew that it would be
_ quite expensive. There were more: than 50 cars::
scarring this-specifie area, and they could-only be'
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reached by_helicopter." GEDC's diligent efforts= ;•:4
Were rewarded-when Coors, in addition to making;
a-subsfantial financial donation, offered. to hire a~
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helico pter to remove the c ar s. V V i t h t h i s m omen-.. tum, members proceeded with other logistical details, includin9: or9anizin9_- volunteer tranPs orta-
tion, recruiting volunteers; promoting the event,
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, and-planning the volunteer picnic: Local busi=.:-'== This year, GEDC will conduct its 8th annual Clear..:-
; nesses responded_very positively-RTD; , ,
Jefferson County Open Space, Golden V1lest.and . Creek Canyon Cleanup on Niay 17 in conjunc4ion
Mountain Guide to provide buses for transporting;- ~with C DOT's "Spruce Up Colorado Day." Accord- :
volunteers;_Waste-Tech donated-money far sand-: ing to GEDC, President Ron Larson, "The tremen- blasting graffi4i- off rocks in the canyon; and many. "".dous amount of support and enthusiasm for clean=
other businesses donated money, services, and in9 this scenic mountain gateway keeps the group supplies. =motivated. Heightening local environmental awareness makes all the hard work we do each -y. On the big:day, 400 people-including Governor'.. _Year worthwhile." GEDC hopes 4hat past volun- ~
, Roy Romer _showed up to participate in the_ teers and new recruits will join them in their efforts-'.`
cleanup? Needless to say,-the first annual Clear . to keep the canyon beautiful. This spectacular
Creek Canyon. Cleanup,was. a firemendous 'suc- natural area needs all the help it can gef due to~ ;
Continued on page 4.
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the increased ~gambling traffic in the.canyon which Ques4ions akiou4 your section of highway; or need~4o change '
subsequently led to much more 4rash:: Says group Your group contac4 name or address? Contac4 your regional.~
member Chris Crouse, "Actually getting up in` 4he, ~H listeci below for answers 4o your qeiestions.
, canyon and pickup, up trash is a great vuay for
adults and kids to learn
more abouf the ecosysfiem
and make`a positive,diffierence in Protecfin9 the::
environmenO
. . Kathy Ihlanfeldt (970} 945-3841 ~ .
Kathy Shea ~(970) 824-5104
For more information on GEDG and_the 8th Clear
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Creek Canyon,Cleanup, call (303) 420=9722.-~ ~ ! - ;Durango ((ate:(~~y
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only.. -Cost is $12.00 each. including:shipping;_han~ling;: . ~ ~ • Aurom
Grand Jun
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.ry:`:i';~o`orde~'end
check or moneyorder~to ~rdLo~k,30 Nick Lane. A~,
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Littleton, C0, 8"Q123, or~ca(( to orderkwith credit eard °i~~ ~ ~ -
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ortunity to thank you aain for your.hard work~and deciicatton'to helpu?g` ~K~~~`~'
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keep Colorado'. s highways as litter-free as possible. Oeer 3,000 miles of our'sfate lughways.are T
adopeed by people like you. gn this time of increased demands on our transpoatation system aaid
_available resources, your efforts are even more critical to the overall quality of life we.all enjoy
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As you may be aware, we arc encouraging all of our Adopt ~A Highway groups to pick up'on
~-."Spruce LJp Colorado Day" on. Saturday, May 17, 1997, in celebration of 10 years of the Adopt 'A_
-Highway program and; most importandy, of you, our volunteexs. •'y -
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The CDO'T Public dnformation Office will be supPlying ehe media with information regarding your,
effoxts.' To coordinate this, we a r e a s l d n g e h a t y o u c a ll i n t o c o n f i r m y o u r g r o u p' s p l a n n e d , .N~ ~k~4 1~? t~~ ' b
paaticipation=`on this"iiay so~ttiat eYC may release it to the media. ~sl ~.g
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j-:-'To conf'um, please call the statewide coordinator, biane Yacoby,'BY 1ViAY 5 at (303) 757- 9716
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Designing Regional Planning
Processes That Work
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Counsel
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Steamboat Springs, Colorado
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Town Council Town of Vail
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Vail Town Council,
I have just attended a meeting at the Sonnenalp Hotel on local solid waste recycling
issues. The group meeting was exploring better ways to facilitate local recycling of
refuse from the various businesses in town.
Russ, from the Town of Vail, indicated that there was a master plan in the works. I
would urge you to have this completed as soon as possible. When completed,
please make it available for future review and input from interested businesses as
well as the private sector.
We at The Lodge at Vail are very anxious to participate in this necessary endeavor.
Thank you for your time and attention in this matter.
Sincerely,,
Tripp Hunter
Administrative Sous Chef
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m Telephone (970) 476-5011 Facsimile (970) 476-7425
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75 South Frontage Road
Vail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100
FAX 970-479-2157 FOR 16Uii1flEDIATE RELEASE ,
May 13, 1997
Contact: Russell Forrest, 479-2146 Greg Hall, 390-4676
Senior Environmental Policy Planner Town Engineer
TOVUN OF VAIL TO HANDLE flflONITORING, DISPOSAL OF COIVTAf1AlNATED SOIL
AT VVEST VAOL ROUNDABOUT C06VS1'RlJCT90N S9T'E
(Vail)--The Town of Vail has developed a two-tier plan for handling contaminated soil at the
West Vail roundabout construction site. The new management plan became effective this week
after consultation with the State Oil Inspector's Office and the Colorado Department of Public
Health and Environment.
On April 21, the town instructed the contractor, Duckel's Construction Inc., to curtail all work on
the North Frontage Road east of the intersection until the extent of the contamination was
known, options.explored, and an action plan developed. The directive was issued after "test
pits" found contaminated soils with petroleum product just south of the Texaco gas station.
Now, after careful analysis, the town has allowed construction to resume east of the
intersection, with restrictions. Russell Forrest, the town's senior environmental policy planner,
says the action plan provides for the safety of the construction crew and ensures the overall
environmental protection for the community. "This approach will allow the roundabout work to
continue without creating a risk to human health or the environment," said Forrest.
The soil management plan calls for on-site monitoring by Eric Savik, a geologist with the
Slosky Co., an environmental engineering firm from Denver, during the next two weeks. Savik
will use a monitoring device. called a PID monitor that detects the presence of gasoline or diesel
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in the soil, according to Forrest. Any soils found to have the presence of gas or diesel will be
taken to the Public Works shops and stored in basins or wrapped in plastic. From there, a soil
sample will be taken and a precise measurement of the contaminant will be recorded. Then, by
consulting with the State Oil Inspector's Office, the town will determine an appropriate way to
dispose of the dirt. .
Options for disposal include landfilling at a certified landfill, incorporating the soil into an
asphalt kiln or incorporating low levels back into road projects as fill dirt, so long as the soils are
not a threat to ground water, according to Forrest.
Forrest says the extent af contamination is limited to a 30 to 40 ft. wide area on the frontage
road west of the roundabout. He said the cost of the extra monitoring and potential disposal will
be initially borne by the Town of Vail.
The contaminated soil has caused minimal disruption to the roundabout construction schedule,
according to Greg Hall, project manager. In fact, Hall says a new technology, pipe bursting, is
being used to install a sewer line through the area to avoid coming into contact with the soil.
The technology, which allows nearly 100 percent of the installation to occur 10 feet underground,
eliminates the need for trenches and the movement of the contaminated soil.
However, beginning next week, crews will excavate about four feet to prepare the area for the
new roadways, which Hall says will necessitate careful monitoring.
The State Oil Inspector's Office and the town's consultant will continue to monitor the situation
throughout the construction.
For more information, contact Forrest at 479-2146.
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Vail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100
FAX 970-479-2157
FOR BMMED6ATE RELEASE .
~ May 12, 1997 ,
Contact: Susan Connelly, 479-2140 Community Development Director
L90NSHEAD MASTER f~LANN9NG STUDV SHIFTS TO PflJBLIC V9E1N CORRBDOR
POSSBBBLITOES; NUMERO&9S OPPOF3T@9N9TBES FOR P11BL6C CONIMElVT AFIEAD
(Vail)--Citizen reaction to possible public view corridors in the Lionshead commerciai
core area will be collected during the month of June as part of the Lionshead
Redevelopment Master Planning process. The information, along with other analysis
now underway in Stage Three of the Lionshead study, will be used to identify design
opportunities and constraints in the preparation of a preferred master plan, which is
scheduled for completion in October.
Currently, no town-approved public view corridors exist within the Lionshead area.
- There are five protected public view corridors in Vail Village, approved in.1992.
The first step in the public view corridors assessment will take place next week when
the Planning and Environmental Commission and the Vail Town Council consider the
proposed methodology and criteria for designation of public view corridors in
Lionshead. The discussions will take place at their regular board meetings on May 19
(PEC) and May 20 (Town Council). Both public meetings start at 2 p.m. and will be
held in the Vail Town Council Chambers.
From there, the town's master plan consultant will apply the criteria to the view
corridor possibilities that now exist, coming up with a list of possible alternatives. That
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tours. The tours will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, June 3, and from 2 to 4
p.m. Sunday, June 8, within the Lionshead area. Consultants David Kenyon and Ethan
Moore of Design Workshop will lead the public tours to review the alternatives and .
possible additions. The tours will originate from the Vail Public Library entrance.
Self-guided tour packets will be prepared for those unable to attend the guided tours.
The packets will be available June 4-15 from the Lionshead Visitors Center, the
Lionshead Activities Desk, the Vail Public Library and the town's Community
Development Department. Participants will be asked to review the alternatives and
suggest possible additions. Responses will be due by 9 a.m. on June 15 to the
Community Development Department.
For property owners unable to participate on site, public view corridor reactions and
suggestions will be collected on the Lionshead planning web site at
http://vail.net/lionshead from June 4-15.
The process will then move to an open house format from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday,
- June 16, at the Vail Public Library Community Room. Using posted photographs and
maps, participants will be asked to express their preferences from among the
alternatives proposed.
Following the public preference meeting, the consultant team recommendation will be
formulated and presented to the Planning and Environmental Commission on Monday,
June 23, and to the Vail Town Council on Tuesday, June 24. Both meetings start at
2 p.m.
Final action on the public view corridor designation recommendation is scheduled for
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the Tuesday, July 1, evening meeting of the Vail Town Council.
Possible outcomes range from zero public view corridor designations by the Town
Council to corridors that might not come on line until specific buildings are torn down,
said Susan Connelly, the town's project manager and Community Development director. As the view corridors are considered for Lionshead, she said it's important to
note the distinction between ublic view corridors and rivate views. A public view
corridor is a defined and delineated view from a specific place in publicly accessed
areas, such as walkways, roads and public open space, she said. Those views are
preserved and protected from future development. The town's existing view corridors--
the five in Vail Village--are documented in Vail's Municipal Code. All other views within
the town are private and, thus, are not protected by the town's regulations, according to
Connelly. "That's why the criteria for establishing public view corridors in Lionshead will
be an important component of this process," she said.
The public view corridor analysis is one of three concurrent studies now underway by
the master plan team following direction from the Vail Town Council on May 6. Also
_ under analjrsis is a physical feasibility and qualitative analysis of the 173 citizen-based "wish IisY" suggestions submitted during March and market feasibility analyses of five of
the "wish list" item categories: 1) hotel with conference center; 2) retail; 3) performing
arts center; 4) community center; and 5) additional ice surface. Results of the three
studies will serve to identify opportunities and constraints as the design team prepares
alternative program concepts for presentation to the community, and, ultimately, the
Vail Town Council selects a preferred master plan concept. That decision will be based
on how well the concepts advance six community policy objectives adopted by the Vail
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Town Council and six urban design principles (sense of arrival, gates and portals, etc.)
developed by the consultant team.
From there, step four of the five-step process will be launched with development and
adoption of the master plan, itself, including specific policy recommendations. The work will be followed, in step five, by adoption of design guidelines for Lionshead and
any other code modifications that may be required to implement the master plan
policies.
The $400,000 master plan, funded by the town together with Vail Associates, was
initiated last November to create a framework for decision-making on specific
development and redevelopment proposals within the study area. Vail Associates, in
particular, has served as a catalyst in the study after expressing interest in redeveloping
its core properties in Lionshead, including the Gondola building and the Sunbird Lodge.
Lionshead originally was developed in the late 1960s in response to the then-new
phenomenon of the "condominium." Although still serving a useful purpose as a
commercial hub, most people acknowledge today's heightened opportunities for a full-
, scale redevelopment plan.
For more information, contact Connelly at 479-2140.
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Vail, Colorado 81657
970-479-2100
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Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, 479-2115
Community Information Office
VAOL TOWN COUNCBL HIGHL9faHTS FOR MAY 13
1lVork SessBon Briefs
Council members present: Armour, Foley, Johnston, Kurz, Navas
--Joe Russell, 15 Year Anniversary
Joe Russell, acting operations lieutenant for the Police Department, was recognized for
15 years of employment with the town.
--PEC/DRB Review
During a review of the most recent PEC and DRB meetings, Councilmember Paul
Johnston inquired about some long-standing code violations at Apollo Park and
suggested finding a way to bring closure to the issue. Town Attorney Tom Moorhead
agreed to follow up.
--Development Review Improvement Process (DRIP)
The Council reviewed the first phase of an ongoing interdepartmental effort to clarify
and consolidate the town's development standards. Phase one addresses three areas:
residential access, driveway and parking; residential fire department access; and
parking tot design. The draft document also clarifies when a geologic hazard report
must be submitted. After a brief discussion, the Council directed staff to prepare code
amendments and a document for final review by the Planning and Environmental
Commission and Town Council. In the next phase, departments will analyze the
geologic hazard section of the code to determine if any of those regulations need
modification. The internal review process began more than a year ago to clarify
unwritten standards and conflicts between existing codes. When complete, the
departments hope to create a townwide development review process that is predictable,
efficient and fair, with standards that are clear, concise and codified. For more
information, contact Dominic Mauriello in the Community Development Department at
479-2148.
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--Vail Tomorrow
Tweed Kezziah and Susan Watkins, facilitators for Vail Tomorrow, appeared before the
Council to provide an update on the "All Teams" meeting scheduled for later in the day.
The meeting was to be used to create a strategy for working with implementing
agencies to bring the 40 actions endorsed by Vail Tomorrow on line. Watkins said the
project is at its "defining moment" in moving from discussion to action.
--Information Update
Andy Knudtsen, senior housing policy planner; provided the Council with an.update on
the fourth housing lottery for Vail Commons. Lottery applications are due May 20, with .
the lottery to follow on May 22. Knudtsen said that while six applicants remain on a
reserve list from previous lotteries, none of them qualify for the higher-priced three-
bedroom units, which range from $164,000 to $168,000. (Two are currently
available).That prompted a question from Councilmember Michael Jewett, who
wondered if the town should avoid constructing three-bedroom units in the future.
Knudtsen said it would most likely depend on the priority of the Council and its desired
target market. During configuration of the Vail Commons units, for example, the
Council had advocated a mix of two-and three-bedroom units to attract families.
Councilmember Paul Johnston said two-bedrooms plus a loft might be an option to
pursue with future developments. If the lottery isn't successful in generating qualified
buyers for the three-bedroom units, Knudtsen said the Council could revisit its desire to
limit the project to first-time home buyers. Another option, advocated by Town Manager
Bob McLaurin, is the "fifth tier" from the first lottery which would allow employers--such
as the Town of Vail--to purchase the units. For more information, contact Knudtsen at
479-2440.
Next, the Council reviewed its contingency budget and a follow-up sheet format.
Town Manager Bob McLaurin said bids are being taking on a construction project to
heat the exterior center steps at the Vail Transportation Center. Costs should be
available by the end of the month. Funding would come from dollars allocated for
- capital improvements associated with the 99 World Alpine Ski Championships.
--Council Reports
Paul Johnston gave a report on last week's meeting of the Eagle County Recreation
Authority (Berry Creek Fifth Fiting). He said the discussion focused on the possibility of .
adding to the group's membership to attract more operating capital to help with
upgrades needed at the equestrian center. Possible new players include Bachelors
Gulch, Edwards and the Western Eagle County Recreation District, he said.
Ludwig Kurz attended a meeting of the World class resort Vail Tomorrow team. He
said discussion centered on two items: guest services and lodging upgrades. Kurz also
attended the regular meeting of the West Vail interchange project and said those who
attend continue to be pleased with ths way the project is proceeding.
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Bob Armour indicated the Eagle Valley Leadership Coalition was seeking feedback
from the Vail Town Council as well as other municipalities on the possibility of a funding
source for a countywide housing trust fund. The coalition currently proposes that each
municipality contribute all of their share of the 1 percent county sales tax that is
returned to the towns. Reaction from the Council was mixed. Reaction to a coalition
request to help fund a countywide public opinion survey on the housing trust fund issue
also was mixed.
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Councilman Paul Johnston, noting that the parking pay-in-lieu discussion was coming up on a future agenda, suggested repealing the measure as an alternative. A repeal
would create an immediate incentive for redevelopment, he said, that people would
easily compute. He also suggested the town take a firm stand in requiring development
review applicants to clean-up and maintain their properties as a condition of approval.
The parking pay-in-lieu discussion will take place at the June 3 work session.
UPCOMBNG DBSCUSS90N TOPBCS
May 20 Work Session
PEC Review
Vail Valley Arts Council Presentation
Resorts CD Information Kiosks
Alpine Garden Education Center Discussion of Parking Funding Commitment
Lionshead Public View Corridor Methodology
May 20 Evening Meeting
Second Reading, Ordinance #10, Vail Run SDD Amendment
First Reading, Ordinance #11, Town of Vail Conveyance of Vail Commons Unit Fee
Title. to Mountain Valley Developmental Services
May 27 Work Session - -
DRB Review June 3 Work Session
Liquor Board Interviews
Pay-in-Lieu Parking
June 3 Evening Meeting
Appointment of Liquor Board Members
Second Reading, Ordinance # 10, Authorizing Sale of Vail Commons Unit
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I ~ enredge, ICxy$tonc an Beavep Caeek an edgc in uver the town. Ons ot the thMgs. th4t has ansde
the battle fos oktere 1m anaeke& 8het has becn Vnll a epeclal place b the great niamber of eae.
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skUng by "taking over.the world lod puttlng stock offea°Ing.. tt Wun°t "bmuee, we're agr+o-
everybody mut of buelnese,°"sald VILtl City Man• gant, not'becauee we'!ye alpo! .
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The Vail Town Council finally adopted the Management Plan for Ford Pa k. on Apri11. .
Town and public concern at the end of the two-year process was the same as it was at the begin-
ning-parking.
While the Council approved a letter of intent on December 27, 1996 to grant a long-term
lease to the Foundation, they would not draw up a lease until the Ford Park plan was actually
adopted. Their approval clears the way for the Town to issue leases for both the current garden
site and the site for our Environmental Education Center between the soccer field and Northwoods.
Both leases are currently under negotiation with the Town.
The final three months of the public process brought strong citizen response against a park-
ing structure within the park. You will remember that public controversy also influenced the move
of our Environmental Education Center from the pedestrian "lower bench" of the park to the cur-
rent site of the soccer field parking lot. At this point of the debate, Town administrators main-
tained that they would not be responsible if they did not designate parking locations for future ~
needs. But the public did not buy it. Council listened and then approved a plan to consider
change on a case-by-case basis that would not preclude parking options for the future.
A New Site, New Building Plans
The new site, very different from the garden site where we tucked the building ulto the hill-
side, requires new architectural plans consistent with the changed topography. T'he site plan
shown on the back was designed by Design Workshop, Inc.--largely as a pro bono contribution for
which we are most grateful.
The Environmental Education Center will be built into surrounding berms and buried under
an alpine sod roof. It will open to spectacular views of the Gore Range and Vail Mountain, visually
connecting the educational displays inside the building with the surrounding alpine environment.
An underground parking garage with 100 spaces will allow increased open space above for recep-
tions and courtyard garden displays.
While plans must still be approved through the Town permit process, we feel that Design
Workshop has produced a"consensus plan" that has the support of our neighbors and other Ford
Park leaseholders. An actual floor plan by Fisher Architects is now under consideration by the. -
Capital Projects Committee of the Board. ~
This plan provides more parking than the Foundation needs for the Center, but we feel that
the plan is what the Town needs and what the site deserves. We envision a win-win public-private
partnership that will be good for the people of Vail. Now, we have to sell that vision!
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Despite applause for the site plan, there are still hurdles to overcome--completion of lease
negotiations with the Town, resolution af covenants (restricting uses to open space and recreation)
on encroachment into the Vail Recreation District lease area, and a finance plan for the parking. We
are not responsible for funding a public parking lot, we do have an interest in moving the issue
along and seeing that the Town has a plan to pay for it. We are doing our share, and more, to
resolve these issues. We depend on the Town of Vail to step up to their responsibility to fund public
parking. . . . , Donations and pledges designated for the Environmental Education Center now total more
than $750,000. We welcomed three more Friends of Betty Ford to our group at a reception in
December-- Neal Groff, Tom & Valerie Shane, and Alan & Judy Wigod. With a finance plan in place for the parking, it would still be possible to start on the under-
ground parking by the end of the summer and the building in the spring. We are working as dili-
gently as we can to accomplish our building goals as soon as we can. We appreciate the continued,
support of the Friends of Betty Ford and welcome your ideas and support with ±h-- Vail Town
Council.
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Providing leadership April 25, 1997
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the uaii vaUey 75 S. Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
Board of Directors • Dear Christine: President Gerald R. Ford Adam Aron It is my. pleasure to announce that the Vail Valley Foundation will sponsor the
Leun D. Black
Carolyn S. Bloun[ Executive Seminar of the Aspen Institute at the Sonnenalp Resort of Vail
Mariene L. Bou September 13-20th, 1997. As an influential leader in the business world, I
Bjorn K. Borgen
Jame5 aerry craaaock would like to extend an invitation to you to attend take part in this exciting
Jack Crosby program.
Andrew P. Daly Harry H. Frampton, ]II ,
John carnsey • The Vail Valley Foundation has chosen the Aspen Institute's Executive Seminar
George N. Gillet[, ]r.
Gilbert R. Giordano for the first of our executive seminars in Vail. The selection was based upon .
• nePi cram5hammer the nature of this flagship seminar which has educated business and public
Steve N. Haber
Martha xLaa sector leaders for decades on contemporary business issues in the context of
William J. Hybl enduring societal values. Participants have ineluded CEOs representing
Elaine W. Kelton '
Jack F xemP diverse companies sueh as Motorola, ARCO, Corning Glass and Citibank.
Henry R: Kravis , .
Peter 1V. May
Fic:hugh Scocc, Emeritus This session will be moderated by two professionals who are distinguished in
Michael S. Shannon
Rodney E. Slif their fields. We are very pleased to have John Van Doren, the Exeeutive Editor
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Oscar L. Tang of Encyclopedia Brittanica's publication, Great Ideas Todav, as well as David
Collins, a professor at the University of California Sehool of Business
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President Administration and former executive at Schering-Plough. These moderators
will aid us in honing our strategic and conceptual thinking skills. .
1999 World Alpine
Ski Champimtships We hope that you might consider partieipating iri this Executive Seminai'
1994 woTw Mo„nta;n ' session. The cost of the program, including most meals, is $5,200, while for an
Bikc champio,uhip5 additional $2,400, your spouse may attend.. A 50% deposit confirms a spaee in
1989 woTld nlp;,,e the program which is limitecl to 25 individuals. Please feel free to call me at
Ski Chumpicroships (970)949-1999 and I will be happy to discuss any questions or concerns you
AL1 World Forum might have.
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The Essence of Being a Leader
The Uniqueness of The Aspen Execucive Scriiinar '
The Benefits of The Aspen Executive Seminar
A Time for Reading, Renewai, anii Ref]ection
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Organizational Learning Hierarchy
Accommodations and Activities
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The Essence of Being
a Leader ti'hat is meant bv "effective leadership": Effecdve leaders The Exerutive Semrnar is t/ze corv leadership expenence offeretf
re-frame exisdng situations and complex issues in ways that by The Aspen Instit2tte. It is speciftcallN des:gned to enhance
give followers hope that tomorrow's condiuons µ211 be better one's alrilitl' to lead ralher than rreerelV lo manage.
than today's. Such leaders generate trtist and, thus, aN%rilling-
ness on the part of followers to embrace - rather than resist -
change. Most important, thev are successful in accomplishing
that change because [heir actions are responsive to the
true and long-term needs of all constituencies. That is whv
successful leaders get "buv-in" from followers. In practical
business terms, leadership is about creating condirions under
which people advance independendv and effecuveb toward a
single objective.
To understand and address the needs of dicerse constiaiencies
requires more than knowledge of the latest management
techniques. The most effective leaders are those Hhose actions
are constructed on enduring ideas and uplifting calues. These
are leaders tiho - while sensicive to differing values - focus
the energies of their followers on the pursuit of a common
goal. That is values-based leadership. Developing the essential
skills reyuired foc such leadership is the mission of The
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For nearlY five decades, The :lspen Institute Executive Seminar r1s W'alter Paepcke described it. "the Executii•e Seminar was
has sought to expand the intellectual and moral horizons not intended to make a corporate treasurer a more skilled
of current and fu[ure leaders from all sectors of socienc The corporate veasurer, but to help a leader gain access to his or
seminar addresses the higher-order aspects of leadership: her ois-n humanity b,.becoming more self-aware, more self-
beliefs, attitudes, values, and assumpuons. Be examining the correc[ing, and more self-fulfilling". In short, there are mamy
philosophical and historical roots of core issues facing today's places where executives may go to learn finance, markecing,
businesses and socien, Eaecutive Seminar pardcipants planning, and other essential business skills. But The rlspen
become better prepared to: Institute is uni9ue in that its seminars are oirh• about leader-
- tisten and communicate ship, and onh~ offered to leaders.
- create svategic unity in decen[ralized organizations
- understand the basic interests influencing diverse stakeholders The Pardeipants
- convey values The seminar is designed for senior exeaitives who are
o manage change and innovation called upon to:
- act ivich integrin•. - create cohesion among dispersed business imits
a shape organizational culture and the decision-making Process
The History - conduct business in a global environment
The Aspen [nstinite was founded in 1950 by the Chairman of a encourage innovation, growth, and constant change
the Container Corporation ofAmerica. Walter Paepcke. The o manage relationships with diverse audiences.
Executii-e Seminar was the brainchild of Time-Life foiunder.
Henrc Luce, and the philosopher/educator, 14ortimer Adler. In [he seminar, diversin of opinion is fostered by the
Driven by the need for business executives to deal with the participation of educators, theologians, consuitants. ]abor
then-emerging challenges to free societies, theY deceloped a leaders, politicians, direc[ors of nonprofit institutions, artists,
curriculuin nrounded in the enduring ideas uf capitalisni and public adminisvators, all of whom represent an arrav of
ancl democracv. While the focus of the seminar has chan,ed cultural and ethnic background's. This diversin• is important,
as conditions have changed, the unique seminar metho(l has because dhe world in which contemporary executives must
remained the same. This approach invokes actice Socratic lead is complex and pluralistic.
discussion directed b}l trained mod'eratars who focus nn
fundamental concepts such as libera, rqiialin, comnnunity, Meeting the challenge of effective leadership in such an
and efficiencv. uncertain and conflict-ridden emironment is critical to the
long-rerm viabiliny of all organizations. In this em•irunment,
one can begin to lead effectively only by asking the right
questions, synthesizing the ideas and opinions of others,
reflecting carefully, and clearly "re-framing" the issue in a
way that every follower can understand.
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"In tuda}''s comtilPx sor.ieh' lhere rs no wal' for drrcisiou-iitakrrs'
to 'shrink wrap' lI1P 1SS7[PS Q1llI {rPj pP(1fI'(1gP SOII(IiOIL 7hl1I ,S ~
mhti• the great readii:gs disr.ussed a( llte Exerulive Svinrnar for.iis
on the v¢lues that undri-lfe busiiress c!i¢[lvttge.s. Tlre sr»iinar
dirzlogzte helps yott develofi a unique proGlem-solving a prVoack
using value judgrnten.ts to wmgh botlrun-liuf, issurs and decisians,"
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the qualitY of the managPnreril lemn who :uill lead (hal ruorkforce.
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The Method
Using the Socratic mettiod, moderators encourage pardcipants
to share various interpretaaons of classic and contemporary
readings. Far from being self-indulgent monologues, seminar
discussions are "disciplined" by these cexu. Frank and
samuladng dialogues ensue, from which a new collective
understanding emerges that is much greater than wha[ each
individual would have gleaned from solitarp reading.
, Typically, this interactive process leads parricipants to explore
convoversial ideas with a degree of candor, thoroughness,
and structure, they have not encountered before. By discussing
issues openly, the pardcipants gain insight into the sources of
disagreement on fundamental quesuons. They discover that
these "philosophical" questions underlie the most important
practical issues facing leaders - including choosing the particu-
lar strategic direction an organization should take.
Skilled and experienced moderators, mam• of whom are
successful leaders in their own right, help shape discussions at
Aspen Insdtute seminars. Instead of maintaining a permanent ~
, faculty, the Insdtute draws on a worldwide network of
talented and experienced people from business, government, ~
labor, and academia, including Yale Universiny legal scholar, Stephen Carter, former Levi Strauss liSA president,
Peter Thigpen; journalist and former presidential counselor,
DaNid Gergen; and leadership expert, I1'arren Bennis.
All of the Institute's seminars are nonpartisan and non-
ideological. Moreover, there is no single rlspen "technique,"
"vuth," or "school of thought". This openness makes an
Aspen Insdtute seminar a distincdve, mind-broadening
experience that encourages participants to explore ideas in =•;.~._F,;.,;_;
a richer, more complex way. 4 x,sc
"Tke Asfieil Ins(itute Exetruliiie Senti,lar is thr 6er1 e.rpehirnce
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. The readings reflect a wide range of insigh[ful, reasoned
_ %iewpoints on particular subjects. Starting with classical texts,
_ which indude escerpts from the writings of Plato, Arisrotle,
Confucius, Jean Jacques Rousseau, and Thomas Jefferson,
through more contemporary pieces by Rachel Carson,
Marun Luther Ivng, Jr., Milton Friedman, and other
distinguished thinkers, participants learn not only how to
identift, what others believe and whp, they are better able to
understand and communicate their oHm values and beliefs.
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The Bene~ts of
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Ineffective leadership is seldom due to a lack of knoxv-how or
how-to, nor is it typicalhy due to insufficient business skills or
rusty techniques. When leaders fail, the cause is almost always
to be found at a deeper level, rooted in inappropriate behavior,
beliefs, atdtudes, and assumpuons. Would-be leaders fail to
atvact followers because they neither imderstand nor address
what their followers value.
Understanding how and why people behave in certain ways
is the basic building block of N-alues-based leadership, and the
essence of an Aspen Institute Executive Seminar. Participants
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become better able to consider issues in their entiren,
including the long- and short-term ramificacions of possible
actions. BNI focusing on people's deepest concerns, this
approach helps "unfreeze" set patterns of chought, expand
intellectual oudooks, and facilitate appropriate judgment-
making. Addiuonalhy, by understanding the major causes of
conflict, leaders become better equipped to frame concepts
in away that generates greater acceptance of their personal,
or organizational, visions.
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Renezual, and Ref Zection weeks Gefore the trngrc 1982 Tl'leno!-pnisarina rfilsode wJtirh 1
zuas called upon to Itelp innnagP rd,Jo/u7sat &Jnltnsat. ThrrP
is no doubt that the vadues-baset/ npprnnch !o nnall'si.s and
decisinn-making, sopraninrn! hr the ,crntinm disrussimts. rnas
air important key to the successful maiaagemenl of this persnnnl
and business trngedv. As the ni.rrs urnfn[rled. rur hnd to irlrntift
ourprinciples and pnorrlies, nnd then druelop nrrrlive rn:d
comple.r solutiorzs thal aJfPf(P(I P4fI1 O(/I7P nii(I/11)IP consliluen-
cies ojour tnisiness. This is exnctly the qpe o/ thouglrt proress
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The Executive Seminar pro%ides participants with the rare -.4mple time is available for re-reading the assigned texts, as
opponunitt to step back from their hectic daih routines. well as for enjoying the beauuful.surroundings and the manv
A npical day at an rlspen seminar may begin with avisit to the amenities of The Aspen Instiuue's deluxe accommodations.
exercise and spa facilities before a full morning of intenske In the evenings, participants recomene for dinners, special
discussions of the seminar readings The afternoons are left events, and ex[ended conversations. A relaxed atmosphere
free for informal discussion, reFlection, and enjoymrnt od permeates the Institute's grounds, encouraging open and
recreational acti~rities. searching dialogue with one's new-found friends.
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This graphical representaaon posi[ions leadership skills at
the top of the organizational learning hierarch}'. The Aspen
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emotional respatses to as.srss lhr rea! fwr»cifVe.e lli(r/ moR~,at" f
1'ou as a persai rzs we!l as llrose thal eiwrt~cr Yoin orgrnni-rrlrnn.
AS Q CIIYP,CI 071I`p~)'OIUII! Of tlie semrnar 1 n[lenrled. mI' rnmpaily
developed a ualues stntencr.nt that servrs ns dre 'glur' dinf
kolds togethei- mnny drrcnlralicrrl wiits. Nnw. rv/irlr au
company can lolerate mistnkes, rue c(rnnol toleralr- devrntion
fronr central values."
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Undetstanding concepts and ideas Exposure to other cultures
Dealing with diverse stakeholdets Fxercising judgment
Acting with integrity/courage Analyzing hiscory
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_ Self-esteem Group feedback '
- Awareness of others Team building
Conflid resolution Simulations and gaznes
Motivating/rewarcling Organization development
Understanding group dynamics Coaching/counselling
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Accounting Case studies . . - - - - - : _
F' Computadon Mastering facts
r'Information processing Studying textbooks
Administration - planning/ Research and fieldwork
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year-round facilities in Aspen, Colorado, and at its 1,000.acre
Wye River Conference Center on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Although the atmosphere at these locations is collegial,
participants will not Find dorm rooms or the spartan
accommodations of a campus setang. Instead, the quality of
the Institute's accommodations is at the level of first-class
vacation vavel.
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Aspen Institute seminar, I mas exception¢llV impressed with the ~
r'•; seminar's breadth, originaliCy ojthought, and practicality oJ
application to real-life situations. In fact, I found that the semi-
~No~, . c._ nar had only one deficiencv - that it couldn't be made available
to eueryone.
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Aspen Meadows Wye River
Aspen Meadows, the Insdtu[e's 40-acre site in Aspen, Colorado, The Executive Seminar is also offered at the Insritute's Wye
was designed by architect Herbert Baver, in his elegant River Conference Center, overlooking the scenic Wye River
Bauhaus style. Fully refurbished in 1994, [he accommodadons on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Located only an hour's drive
maintain Bayer's influence while featuring [asteful modern n Washington, D.C., the Wye Center offers the quiet and
decor, spacious meedng and study areas, and fine dining at splendor of the outdoors in addition to the convenience and
The Meadows, the Insdtute's own 3-star restaurant. intellectual sdmuladon of the nauon's capital. Activities
available at Wye include golf, tennis, swimming in an outdoor
In addiaon to the seminar discussions, visitors enjoy the heated pool, hiking, bil:ing, fishing, and use of a fitness center
natural beauty and cultural richness of rlspen. Surrounded bq with steam rooms and saunas.
remarkable Rocky Mountain vistas, the Institute is located only
' minutes from Aspen's toHm center, affording easc access to
' world-class restaurants and art galleries. During the summer,
there are daily performances of the renoµned .Aspen D4usic
Festival, which take place on the Ins[itute's campus.
Participants are encouraged to take part in the mam• bodv-
and spirit-inspiring acuviues available at Aspen Meadows
and throughout the surrounding area. With aworld-class spa
. located on campus, xisitors to the Institute enjoy:
• stateof-the-art exercise equipment
• relaxing steam rooms, saunas and hot tubs
• exerciseclasses including aerobics and yoga. -
Seminar attendees also enjoy: "Through the readings and discussions, I came to a renezued
• excepcional skiing for all leveis of ability appreciation of how the classic texts can deepen our understand-
• hiking ing of the princip[es and values underlving the chief issues of
• Ely fishing our time. This experience is invaluable in helping to convey to
• tennis one's organization a better sense of how its own stated v¢lues
• sNNimming in an outdoor heated lap pool drive its d¢y-to-day operations. The Instztute's distinctive
• golf at several challenging courses methodology and the thought firocess it requires are especially use-
• biking on over 100 miles of paths and trails ful in helping a chief executive build a truly participative and
• whitewa[er rafting committed te¢m of managers."
• hOiSebBCk Cldiilg -Rnber( Brawq participated as Presidmt and CEO, Maidmjorm Worldunde, Inc.
• guided nature walls.
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to lislen and contemplate, to reason and speak, and to gr-our
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stinritlatirtg nno pospertives. hndeed, the iinpnd of Ihe frist
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gro2ep have met on their o:un for a three da-v reunion -
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, The Executive Seminar is the heart of The Aspen Institute's Specific rlspen seminar offerings indude:
multi-faceted leadership development program. Typicall}t exec-
udves are introduced to the Insumte through The Executive o Japanese and Western Societies: Comparative Persfiectives
Seminar. However, to make leadership development an ongo- for Leaders - Develops a deeper understanding of seminal
ing experience, The Aspen Institute offers an extensive series ideas and values in Japanese and Western cultures to svength-
of additional seminars for leaders. Unlike nypical management en lines of communication in the global marketplace.
vaining programs (which emPhasize functional or task-specific
anah•tical tools Nsith prescribed reactions to given situacions), ~ The Chinese in the Globa! Con:munzty - Examines China's
- all Aspen seminars provide vue leadership development by emerging position in the world community, including the
taking avalues-based, horizon-broadening approach. impact of polidcal totalitarianism, market economies, and
modernization.
- Building on the enduring ideas addressed in The Etecutive
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designed to provide in-depth followon seminars: indixiduals, especially women and minoriues, who have been
identified bNl [op management in their firms as ha,.ing the
" o ! eadrrs4ip Pror.ess Seminars - This series of new seminars potential to succeed at the highest levels of leadership
addresses the special challenges of leading change and and policv-making.
creating strategic uniny that face top management teams of
FmRurc 500 companies. o Tomorroeu's Cotporalion - Discusses organizauonal issues of
capital ownership and their impact on the future of the
• l.vndrr,ship /ssues Seminars - This series of new seminars business corporation.
applies valiies-based leadership [o such issues as the new social
conu-act at work: pluralism and diversin: and glubalism: a fustice nnd Societt' Seminar- Explores the concept of justice
and its relation to contemporan law-related issues through
~ AdditionallY, we offer avo categories of specialized seminars: the discussion of classica] writings, evocative works of creative
literature and current cases.
° Profrssronal Areas Seminars - This series of seminars focuses on
current and emerging leadership issues in specific disciplines. e Health and He¢lth Care in a Just Society -Addresses the most
vexing ethical and policy-related health care issues in prepara-
•.-lsimi Perspectives Seminars -This series proNides a broader tion for the difficult decisions that lie ahead.
p appreciaeion of Eastern and 4Vestern cultures and values.
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orgarrizations funetioning in a morP productiiie mamtrr. The ~
seminor proaides effective methods of eliciting lhe perspedives
oJotlters and res/iecting the vaGditti• of tlaeir i/eouglats. By under-
standing, deueloping aiad sTnthesizing the vir,rus oJyour
Gest people, you can gain tlaat all-importunl edge b~- learning to
develop therr besl coinpelencies. This 11pe of developmetatal
firocess can't be learned in typical executive training courses that
focus on functional speci(iltres. Froni my experzence, lheprocess is
tru11' unig«e lo Tke Aspeiz histitutr."
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Leadership Process
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Leadership Seminar New Social Contract
for CEOs Shaping the 21st
Young Executive Century Corporation
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Justice and Socien
Health and Health
Care in a Just Socien Asian Perspec6ves
Democracv in the . )apanese and 4Vestern
Digital Age Societies: Comparative
Perspec[ives for Leaders
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For over four decades, The Aspen Insdtute has attracted top
managers and opinion leaders from some of the world's
most prestigious institutions. Arnong the organizations whose
" leaders have participated in The ,aspen Institute Executive Seminar are: ' . -
Aetna Life and Casualnv Corning, Inc. John Hancock Prudentiai Insurance
.american Express Digita] Equipment Corp. Lex1 Strauss and Compan), Rr1IVD Corporauo? (
Ameritech DuPont Chemicals Lockheed Marun Reuters America
Arthur Andersen & Company Duracell Internadonal Marriott Schering-Plough
ARCO En[ergy Corporarion Mars, Inc. Security Pacific •
AT&T Ernst & Young MCI Communications National Bank ;
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BellSouth EUCOn Mead Corporation Singapore Airiines
BF Goodrich Company FMC Corporation Merck & Company Southwestern Bell
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Ford Motor Company Mitsui & Company (U.S.A.) Sumitomo Elecvic
Pennsylvania Fortis, Inc. Mobil Sun Company
Booz•Allen & Hamilton Fuji Xerox Co. Monsanto TIAA-CREF
Briush Telecommunications General Foods Motorola Time I1'arner
Cargill, Inc. North Asia General Motors Northern Telecom Tokvo Electric Power
Caltex Petroleum Glaxo, Inc. NYNEX Union Carbide
Chase Manhat[an Bank Goldman. Sachs S; Co. Olin Corporation linited Technologies
Chemical Waste Hallmark Cards Peoples Bank US M'EST Communicauons
Management, Inc. Herman Miller. Inc. Pfizer Volvo North America
CIGNA Hitachi America PhillipsVan Heusen IA'alt Disney Compamy
Citibank Honeywell Polaroid Wes[inghouse Elecvic
, Coca-Cola IBM Price Waterhouse Whiripool
Continental Corporauon IDS Financial Services Progressive Corporauon Xerox
_ Indusvial Bank of fapan
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